Perth-based New Zealand cyclist Logan Hutchings had consigned
himself to the role of water boy before a "lucky break" led
to his victory in the third stage of the Tour of Southland
today.
Cyclist Jeremy Yates fully expected his overall lead in the
Tour of Southland to be threatened during yesterday's third
stage. It came not from his chief rivals but from veteran
former champion Gordon McCauley.
Three-time champion Hayden Roulston crashed while United
States-based New Zealand professional Heath Blackgrove
grabbed the leader's yellow jersey after a tumultuous opening
day of cycling's Tour of Southland.
