Five things we learnt from the Tour Down Under

This year's Tour Down Under threw up many stories: here are five things that caught our eye

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It’s that time of the year again. The first week of the WorldTour racing season is behind us and the Tour Down Under will soon be consigned to the history books.

But, as always, the race threw up a few great stories – a home winner, lesser-known riders stealing the limelight and some great new technology on show.

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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.