Cyclist Knocked Down by a Kangaroo on the Final Stage but Recovered to Win Tour

On a cold Winter Day, here's a heart warming story about the perseverance of Australian Cyclist Jay Vine that overcame some "Outback" adversity to become a champion!

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Vine was knocked from his bike when two large kangaroos bounced onto the road on a high-speed section with about 60 miles left in the undulating 105-mile stage through the hills around Adelaide.

Three riders -- Menno Huising, Lucas Stevenson and Alberto Dainese -- were forced to quit the race, and a kangaroo was injured.

"Everyone asks me what's the most dangerous thing in Australia, and I always tell them it's kangaroos," said Vine, who won his home race for the second time in three years. "They wait and they hide in the bushes until you can't stop and they jump out in front of you. Point proven today."

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ESPN.com Article: Vine Versus Kangaroo

YouTube Commentary on Aftermath

Hoping for a quick recovery to both the injured Kangaroo and Riders!