New Zealand cyclists dominated the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race, securing half of the podium spots in both women’s and men’s categories. Cyclists like Ally Wollaston and Aaron Gate stood out. As these athletes prepare for the Cycling New Zealand Elite Road National Championships, which includes challenging road races and time trials, reigning champion Niamh Fisher-Black indicated strong early season form. Despite potential weather challenges, competitors are eager to showcase their skills, aiming for glory back home.
"It's pretty flat and it's hard and likely to be windy," Niamh Fisher-Black told Cyclingnews in Adelaide after the Tour Down Under as she looked ahead to the national title race.
"We have heavy chip chipped roads in New Zealand, so it's always grueling riding but there is a short hill in it, maybe around two or three minutes, and it finishes at the top of that hill, so it's a nice opportunity," said the 2020 champion of the course.
"It'd be cool to wear the New Zealand Jersey again, so I'll give it a crack," said Niamh Fisher-Black, showcasing her determination and competitive spirit ahead of the championship.
The competition will be intense, between defending champion Ella Wyllie and the in-form 2023 winner Wollaston, among others.
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