After claiming the prologue, Ognjen Ilic repeats his success in the first stage of the Tour of Serbia. The Serbian rider from Benotti Berthold, a German Continental circuit team, has stamped his authority on the 140-kilometre stage with start and finish in Kraljevo, confirming his excellent form.

Behind the home champion, Italian Samuele Zoccarato of MBH Bank CSB Telecom Fort finished in second place, delivering a convincing performance that earned him a prestigious podium position.

With this second consecutive victory, Ilic further strengthens his overall lead in the Serbian stage race, positioning himself as the man to beat in the coming days of racing.