Scott Davies (Herald Sun Tour)
Scott Davies (Herald Sun Tour)
British under-23 time trial champion Scott Davies’ burgeoning career continued with a strong showing for the national team down under.
In a race won by Orica-GreenEDGE’s Cameron Meyer, Davies earned a top-ten spot courtesy of riding in the large race-winning break on stage one and then putting a strong ride on the circuit of Arthur’s Seat on the final day.
Teenage ace Davies, 19, who raced for Madison-Genesis last year before joining the ranks of the Great Britain team this year, finished tenth overall and spent several days in the jersey of best young rider.
Though pipped to the podium on the final day by Jayco’s Tour Down Under finisher Robert Power, the performances prove why there is plenty of excitement about Davies’ talent.
By excelling in these races, Davies will hope to prove his value to the bigger pro teams and it is a case of so far, so good for the Welsh boy wonder.