George Bennett rejoins the bunch after extended summer in New Zealand PHILLIP ROLLOBRADEN FASTIER/STUFF George Bennett at his home in Aniseed Valley, near Nelson. No, Bennett extended in summer in New Zealand so he could knuckle down and train in the comforts of his hometown, Nelson. READ MORE* Bennett needs support for worlds bid* Frame out to earn respect on World Tour* Why Bennett won't race 2018 Tour de France"It is a bit weird being here now at this time of the year," said Bennett, prior to departing for Europe last week. "I guess I'm more confident and more decisive in terms of having time off, and when I train, I'm training really, really hard. Bennett received a rude welcome in his first race back in Europe, on the gravel at Stade Bianche last weekend.

Source: Stuff March 07, 2018 01:18 UTC