Sunday 20 January 2013 10:59, UK
Andre Greipel confirmed his sprinting prowess once again with victory in the season-opening People's Choice Classic in Australia.
Team Sky notably kept their powder dry towards the rear of the field for much of the 51km race, while out front Dempster was busy soaking up the sprint primes. Business began to pick up as more teams barged to the front, Team Sky among them with eight laps to go. Moments later the break found themselves caught after a solid effort. Lotto-Belisol kept a firm grasp on the front for the final two laps and out of the all-important final corner it was Greipel who was delivered to the finish in style. Following a winning sprint the 30-year-old said: "It's always good to start with a win. We tried to do the same as last year and I think we proved it again." Viewers can watch highlights on Sky Sports 4 HD from 1200 to 1330, 1900-1930 (Sky Sports 2 HD), 2200-2230 (SS4).
