In the day's breakaway were seven riders, including former race leader Samuel Leroux. With 37km to go the catch of the break had been completed.
With a pan-flat finale, the peloton began to focus on preparing for a bunch sprint.
The battle for position at the front of the bunch was fierce with the likes of the Uno-X Pro Cycling Team, Soudal - Quick-Step and Jumbo-Visma in the mix.
With the Green Jersey of two-time stage winner Olav Kooij boxed in, the Belgian champion,
Tim Merlier was on hand to fire his way to victory.
The overall race win was safely secured by Romain Gregoire.