The downhill rider from the Santa Cruz Syndicate, Greg Minnaar, wins the Australian leg and thus reclaims the World Cup lead. His South African teammate Nathan Rennie is second, and Gee Atherton, third. Second victory of the season for Tracy Moseley.
The contenders in the overall ranking have no choice: they must win in Canberra. Sauser, Minnaar and also Jonnier will have to pull out all the stops in Australia.
Thirteen South American cycling coaches are currently on an advanced training course (Master Coach) at the World Cycling Centre (WCC) in Aigle, Switzerland.