Peter Kennaugh leads Herald Sun Tour after Sky dominate stage one

Peter Kennaugh and Chris Froome place first and second on opening road stage of Jayco Herald Sun Tour in Australia - Photos by Graham Watson

Chris Froome points to Peter Kennaugh as the British duo's efforts to break free from the peloton paid off.

(Image credit: Graham Watson)

Peter Kennaugh is leading the Jayco Herald Sun Tour after winning the first road stage ahead of Sky teammate Chris Froome in what was a fine display of sportsmanship.

The British pair had time to consider each other with a wave of respect as they approached the finish line in Healesville 17 seconds clear of Dion Smith (One Pro Cycling), who won a reduced group sprint for third.

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Sophie Smith is an Australian journalist, broadcaster and author of Pain & Privilege: Inside Le Tour. She follows the WorldTour circuit, working for British, Australian and US press, and has covered 10 Tours de France.