Michael Torckler: Who is the youngster who conquered Wellington?

Names like Sam Bewley or Jack Bauer often come to mind when thinking about up-and-coming riders from New Zealand, but after a successful month of racing at home Michael Torckler has added his name to that list. Previously not overly well known abroad, the 22-year-old rode himself into the Tour of Wellington’s leader’s jersey last Thursday drawing the attention of many around the world with little other road racing on at the time.