The tour of Spain underscored what cycling fans in Australia have known for sometime, we are living in astonishingly prosperous times. Three Aussies graced the podium with Ben O’Connor, Jay Vine and Kaden Groves all winning adulation in an exceptional grand tour. How much further might this generation rise and what’s driving such a glut of talent? We’re digging in. Featured: Simon Smale, journalist, ABC Sport.
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