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Results
The Hurstville
criterium is a great television spectacle and although the tough
552 metre circuit may be considered a little short in size for
a major international tour, the course will allow the best rider
to win.
Any doubts that the
circuit was not ideal for criterium racing went out the window when Jan
Ullrich, starting from the dead last position in 1993 in the Sanitarium
Grand Prix Series in a world class field, took the lead with just half
the race remaining and spreadeagled the field to win with a sensational
ride.
The course was purposely
built by Hurstville City Council is also outstanding for the spectators
who get a wonderful view of the action no matter where they stand on the
course. A major factor in the excitement with the race is the specially
banked corners, which have been widened to ensure fast speeds.
Last year Jans Koerts
made it a double defeating Franky Van Haesebroucke and Piotr Wadecki in
treacherous wet conditions in which all cyclists stayed upright. Koerts
had won the previous year while Jay Sweet has also been victorious on
the circuit on several occasions.
Supporting the day
will be a host of events put on by Hurstville Community Committee which
will include the opening rounds of the now famous Singapore Trishaw Grand
Prix, roller blade racing, athletic events, scooter races and supporting
cycling action as well as first class entertainment.
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