article_snippet: Richie Porte and Geraint Thomas Geraint Thomas remain in contention for the week-long Paris-Nice title after Friday's fifth stage was won by Davide Cimolai (Lampre) in a bunch sprint.
article_snippet: But the world champion's advantage is sure to come under attack this weekend from Richie Porte and Thomas, who are one and three seconds behind, respectively.
article_snippet: Richie Porte celebrates winning ahead of Team Sky team-mate Geriant Thomas during stage four .
article_snippet: Geraint Thomas is likely to support the Australian's bid for overall victory.
article_snippet: It gives climbing specialist Porte the ideal opportunity to take the overall lead while Thomas, who is in third, three seconds behind the Pole will also benefit.
article_snippet: Richie Porte celebrates on the podium after winning the fourth stage, and Richie Porte is now eyeing another overall win .
highlights_snippet: Davide Cimolai victory means Richie Porte and Geraint Thomas remain in the title hunt .
  