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Marcotte bettered fellow American Robin Carpenter (Holowesko-Citadel presented by Hincapie Sportswear) and reigning Colombian national road champion Edwin Avila (Team Illuminate) in the sprint to the line at the end of the 63-mile USA Pro Road Tour event through the streets of Doylestown, Pennsylvania.
259 km
