Alex Dowsett claims Bayern-Rundfahrt time trial victory

Alex Dowsett beats Tiago Machado by one second to claim victory in the Bayern-Rundfahrt time trial, moving him into the overall lead

(Image credit: Andy Jones 2014)

Movistar's Hour Record holder Alex Dowsett celebrated his return to the road with a one-second victory in the 26.1km time trial at Bayern-Rundfahrt.

Dowsett pipped Katusha's Tiago Machado by just one second on the line in Hassfurt, finishing the course in 31 minutes and 33 seconds.

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Stuart Clarke is a News Associates trained journalist who has worked for the likes of the British Olympic Associate, British Rowing and the England and Wales Cricket Board, and of course Cycling Weekly. His work at Cycling Weekly has focused upon professional racing, following the World Tour races and its characters.