Jesper Stiansen delivered a sensational performance at the U23 World Championships in Canada, claiming bronze in the road race. The 21-year-old Norwegian finished 53 seconds behind American Ashlin Barry and lost the sprint for silver to Spanish rider Hector Álvarez, crossing the line in third place.
"It was a crazy tough sprint and a tough race. Finishing third is fantastic," Stiansen said after the race. Stiansen, who has a pro contract with Tudor, was praised by teammate Kasper Haugland who called the bronze medal "deserved and completely awesome." The Norwegian team's achievement was highlighted as Stiansen managed to secure a podium finish in elite company despite looking exhausted in the final lap. freshyourfeel.com
