Tour of California Stage 4: Sonora > Clovis 209.6 km

The crowds at the start in Sonoroa were impressive.

The peloton passes the train used in many productions such as Petticoat Junction and Back to the Future 3.

A break of ten has gotten away on the first climb of the day

Robbie McEwen seems to be enjoying his last tour, joking at the front of the peloton.

The escape continues to extend its lead.

The peloton is not paying too much attention to the scenery as they climb after the escape.

Markel Irizar comes back to the team car during the escape. He'll be awarded the most courageous rider jersey on the day...

Boonen seems to be comfortable in the peloton, will today be the day he takes a stage?

Sagan too looks relaxed, he has tied the record for stage wins at the Tour of California; he's going for the outright record today.

Robbie seems relaxed as well, perhaps he'll get a win in his last race...

Small attacks try to get away after the escape is caught, but to no avail...

The various sprinters' teams are at the front keeping the pace high...

Now Omega Pharma Quick-Step is setting the pace...

...but no one is as fast as Sagan at this race! He takes his fourth victory over Haussler and Matthews.