Cyclists fought torrential rain as they arrived in Sunderland, riding through the city and crossing the finish line in the city centre.
Despite the bad weather, crowds turned out in big numbers to cheer on the cyclists and give them a big Wearside welcome.
Here are 18 photos of the Tour of Britain arriving in Sunderland
13. Worth the wait
Crowds await cyclists at the finish line in Sunderland city centre Photo: North News
14. Final stretch
Cyclists approach the finish line in Sunderland city centre Photo: North News
15. Across the line
Winner Kamiel Bonneu crosses the line in Sunderland city centre Photo: North News
16. Keel Square
An excited crowd watch the cyclists arrive on a big screen at Keel Square, in Sunderland city centre Photo: North News
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