Newsflash: December 5th, Korey Boddington Leads a Year of Triumphs, while young riders step up

PARIS, FRANCE - AUGUST 30: Gold medalist, Korey Boddington of Team Australia, poses for a photo after winning in the Men's C-45 1000m Time Trial Final on day two of the Paris 2024 Summer Paralympic Games at Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines Velodrome on August 30, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images)
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Korey Boddington, Sarah Gigante, and Jay Vine led Australia’s cycling accolades in 2025, while rising stars Hamish McKenzie and Nienke Vinke signal the sport’s next generation.

Korey Boddington was named Australian Cyclist of the Year for 2025 after winning four world titles and breaking two records on the track.

Sarah Gigante and Jay Vine claimed Australia’s major road racing awards, recognising comeback form and strong WorldTour performances.

Rising stars like Hamish McKenzie and Dutch rider Nienke Vinke are set to make their mark internationally, signalling the next generation of elite cycling talent.

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