Oscar Onley of Team Picnic Post NL came close to challenging Johnatan Narváez during the Willunga Hill stage of the Santos Tour Down Under, ultimately finishing second. Starting 15 seconds behind race leader Javier Romo, Onley aimed for a strong performance on a climb that favors him, evidenced by his previous near-record attempts. Despite tactical efforts by his team to secure time bonuses, Narváez's form remained dominant, showcasing the competitive dynamics at play during this significant cycling event.
Oscar Onley aimed to challenge Johnatan Narváez but finished second on Willunga Hill despite previously being 15 seconds behind the latter in the Santos Tour Down Under.
Team Picnic PostNL recognized they needed time bonuses to improve their overall standing, highlighting the strategic focus on racing for the stage.
Matt Winston emphasized the importance of positioning, noting how crucial it was for Onley to get fresh before approaching the final climb.
Onley's performance indicated his suitability for Willunga Hill, coming close to matching Richie Porte's Strava record last year.
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