The peleton passes over a bridge in Shillelagh, Co. Wicklow.
The riders prepare for the start of the penultimate stage.Carlow postman John Walsh starts stage seven.The riders navigate their way out of Carlow.The riders in action on the climb at Slieve Corragh.The peleton makes its way over a bridge in Glenmalure, Co. Wicklow.The locals were out in force to support the riders in Tullow, Co. Carlow.Leader Marcin Bialoblocki kept a close eye on his rivalsTomas Okrouhlicky (right) on his way to winningthe stage followed by Roger Aiken (left) and Jakub Kratochvila.Race leader Marcin Bialoblocki crosses the finish line.Marcin Bialoblocki salutes the crowd in Naas as he retains the yellow jersey.Tomas Okrouhlicky celebrates his stage winOverall County Rider leader Roger AikenThe jersey holders wave to the crowd following the presentation ceremony.Can Bialoblocki hold his lead on the final stage to Skerries?
