Goss wins Paris-Brussels

Eurosport - Sat, 12 Sep 23:03:00 2009

Australian Matthew Goss claimed the Paris-Brussels semi-classic after a 219km ride from Soissons in France.

CYCLING 2009 Paris-Bruxelles Goss Matthew Saxo Bank - 0

Goss finished ahead of fellow Australian Allan Davis and Belgium's Kristof Goddaert as he proved the stronger in a mass sprint finish.

It was 23-year-old Goss's fifth win of the season and his third in Belgium after two stage triumphs on the Tour of the Walloon during the summer.

"It was a difficult sprint especially towards the end when it was vital not to go too early," said Goss.

Saxo Bank team sports director Dan Frost added: "We knew that Matthew was the guy to put us in a great position and he fulfilled our hopes in style. He is in perfect condition and last night he said he wanted to make a big result."

Australia have clinched the last five editions of the Paris-Brussels race after Robbie McEwen prevailed from 2005 to 2008.

AFP / Reuters

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  1. Aussies are all over this race! Well done Goss!

    From Liz S, on Sat 12 Sep 8:18PM
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