WAIS Holds Inaugural Athlete Advisory Committee Meeting
The Western Australian Institute of Sport (WAIS) recently hosted the first meeting of its newly established Athlete Advisory Committee >
Are You an Olympian in the Making?
Test Your Potential at the WAIS Talent Search Day The Western Australian Institute of Sport have partnered with >
Cycling – UCI Junior World Championships
August 23rd - 27th
Cycling – UCI World Championships
August 3rd - 13th
Matt Richardson crowned 2022 WAIS Athlete of the Year
Track cyclist Matt Richardson has been crowned 2022 WAIS Athlete of the Year, following an outstanding year where he >
Rohan Wight to lead relaunched WAIS Cycling Program as Head Coach
The Western Australian Institute of Sport (WAIS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Rohan Wight as Cycling Head >
Cameron Meyer announces retirement
The Western Australian Institute of Sport congratulations Cameron Meyer on his successful career following his retirement. The long-time WAIS >
Matt Richardson doubles up with sprint gold at Birmingham Commonwealth Games
WAIS graduate Matt Richardson has produced one of the performances of his career winning gold in the sprint to >
Conor Leahy claims second bronze of the Games with individual pursuit success
WAIS cycling graduate Conor Leahy has tasted further success on his Commonwealth Games debut, claiming bronze in the individual >
Matt Richardson claims first Western Australian gold at Birmingham Commonwealth Games
WAIS cycling graduate Matt Richardson has claimed the first gold medal by a Western Australian at the 2022 Commonwealth >
WAIS launches redesigned Cycling Program to strengthen pathway and build on Western Australian cycling legacy
The Western Australian Institute of Sport (WAIS) and AusCycling are delighted to announce the relaunch of the WAIS Cycling >
Luke Durbridge selected for third Commonwealth Games
WAIS graduate Luke Durbridge has been selected for this third Commonwealth Games. The Delhi 2010 time trial bronze medallist >
Matt Richardson, Conor Leahy and Luke Zaccaria to make Commonwealth Games debut in Birmingham
Matt Richardson, Conor Leahy and Luke Zaccaria have been selected in the Australian Cycling Team for the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham
WAIS graduate Jai Hindley becomes first Australian to win the Giro d’Italia
WAIS graduate Jai Hindley has ridden himself in to the history books as the first Australian to win the Giro d'Italia
Jai Hindley wins stage 9 of 2022 Giro d’Italia
WAIS graduate Jai Hindley has again impressed at the Giro d'Italia winning stage nine of the 2022 race
Matt Richardson wins UCI Track Nation Cup sprint gold in Canada
WAIS graduate Matt Richardson has made an outstanding start to the track cycling season culminating in sprint gold at the second round of the UCI Track Nation Cup in Canada
Matt Richardson wins gold, silver and bronze at UCI Track Nations Cup
WAIS graduate Matt Richardson lead Australia to their first ever gold in the restructured Tissot UCI Track Nations Cup. In >
Conor Leahy breaks 11-year-old national record for third consecutive individual pursuit national title
WAIS graduate Conor Leahy rode himself in to the history books at the 2022 Australian Track National Championships
Sam Welsford wins second Olympic medal with team pursuit bronze
WAIS graduate Sam Welsford has claimed bronze in the men's team pursuit as Australia bounced back from a crash in qualifying to find the podium for a second time
Matthew Richardson came close to winning an Olympic medal on debut in the men’s team sprint
WAIS graduate Matthew Richardson broke the Olympic Record as he came close to winning an Olympic medal in the men's team sprint
Crash dents team pursuit medals hopes on opening day of track cycling
Sam Welsford and the Australian men's team pursuit squad had their dreams of gold dented by a crash just over a kilometre in to the race
Luke Durbridge to make Olympic debut in Tokyo
WAIS graduate Luke Durbridge will make his Olympic debut in Tokyo
Cameron Meyer gears up for second Olympic Games with Tokyo selection
Nine time world champion Cameron Meyer will compete at a second Olympic Games after being selected to the Australian Olympic Team for Tokyo
Matt Richardson defends sprint title at Australian Track National Championships
Tokyo bound Matt Richardson has successfully defended his national sprint crown at the 2021 Australian Track Championships
Conor Leahy wins individual pursuit national title five weeks after breaking collarbone
Cycling graduate Conor Leahy has bounced back from a broken collarbone to defend his national title in the 4km individual pursuit
Jai Hindley named SportWest RAC Sports Star of the Year
WAIS cycling graduate Jai Hindley has been named SportWest RAC Sports Star of the Year following his historic Giro d'Italia performance.
Sam Welsford wins 2021 Madison national title
WAIS cycling graduate Sam Welsford won the 2021 Australian Madison National title with Leigh Howard in a hotly contest race
Jai Hindley creates history with second place finish at Giro d’Italia
WAIS cycling graduate Jai Hindley rides in to the history books as the first WA rider to finish on the podium of a grand tour
Luke Durbridge and Jai Hindley named in Australian Team for World Championships
Western Australian cyclists Luke Durbridge and Jai Hindley have been selected in the 14-member Australian Team for the 2020 UCI Road World Championships.
Sam Welsford and Matt Richardson selected for Tokyo Olympic Games
WAIS track cycling graduates Sam Welsford and Matt Richardson have been selected in the Australian Olympic Team for the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games.
Matthew Richardson wins team sprint bronze at World Championships
WAIS cycling graduate Matthew Richardson won team sprint bronze at the 2020 UCI Track World Championships.
WA cyclists dominate at Australian Road National Championships
Western Australian cyclists Cam Meyer, Luke Durbridge and Sam Welsford claimed a WA trifecta in the elite men's races at the 2020 Australian Road National Championships in Ballarat.
Welsford, Meyer and Richardson selection for Track Cycling World Championships
Reigning World Champion Sam Welsford, nine-time world champion Cameron Meyer and rising star Matthew Richardson have been selected in the Australian Team for the 2020 UCI World Championships in Berlin, Germany.
Sam Welsford named Australian Male Track Cyclist of the Year
Dual World Champion Sam Wesford was named Australia's Elite Male Track Cyclist of the Year at the Cycling Australia 2019 Cyclist of the Year Awards in Brisbane.
Silver medals for WA cyclists at Track World Cup in New Zealand
WA cyclists Sam Welsford and Cameron Meyer claimed silver medals at the New Zealand round of the UCI Track World Cup over the weekend.
WA track cyclists ready for back to back Track World Cups
Cameron Meyer, Sam Weslford and Matthew Richardson have been selected in the Australian Team for two back to back Track World Cups in December.
Luke Zaccaria wins three titles at Australian Para-cycling Track National Championships
West Australian cyclist Luke Zaccaria has claimed three national titles at the 2020 Cycling Australia Para-cycling Track National Championships, in Brisbane over the weekend.
WA cyclists win five titles at Oceania Track Championships
West Australia's strong cycling pedigree was on display at the 2020 Oceania Track Championships in Invercargill, New Zealand with five titles and six medals heading back to Perth.
Eight WA cyclists to compete at 2020 Oceania Track Championships
Eight West Australian cyclists will line up at the 2020 Oceania Track Championships, October 16-19, in Invercargill, New Zealand.
Luke Durbridge 13th in time trial at World Championships
Luke Durbridge has finished 13th in the elite men's time trial at the 2019 UCI Road World Championships in Yorkshire, England.
WAIS Talent Search | Cycling no Sacrifice, it is Who I Am – Luke Durbridge
At 28 years of age, professional road cyclist Luke Durbridge is living the dream. Where others see sacrifice, he sees opportunity. His skill, is not confusing the two.
Sam Welsford takes two National Road Series wins in Victoria
Olympic silver medallist Sam Welsford returned to national level racing last week picking up two wins and top 10 on every stage on route to third place overall finish at the Tour of the Great South Coast.
Hindley Earns World Tour Podium Finish at Tour of Poland
Western Australian road cyclist Jai Hindley has recorded the best result of his fledgling pro-team racing career to date, after securing second place in the general classification at the Tour of Poland.
Durbridge Selected for Road World Champs in Yorkshire
Reigning national road time-trial champion Luke Durbridge has been selected for the Australian team that will contest the 2019 UCI Road World Championships in Yorkshire in late September.
Welsford Set to Race in Rainbow
Sam Welsford will ride the scratch race on Friday in his newly minted world champion rainbow jersey as the 2019 Australian Track Championships take place in Brisbane.
Lindorff Earns U23 Road Race Title in Tasmania
Tyler Lindorff enjoyed an excellent campaign at the Oceania Road Championships in Tasmania last weekend, taking out the U23 title in the men's road race.
Durbridge Helps Power Mitchelton-SCOTT to TTT Win in Tirreno-Adriatico
Cyclist Luke Durbridge has helped Mitchelton-SCOTT power their way to victory in the opening team time trial at Tirreno-Adriatico, taking the stage by an impressive seven seconds in Lido di Camaiore.
Welsford and Meyer Complete Track Worlds Campaign
Multiple track world champions Sam Welsford and Cameron Meyer have completed their campaigns at the UCI World Titles in Poland.
Welsford Wins Dual World Championship Gold
Sam Welsford has produced an incredible performance to win two gold medals in the space of 30 minutes at the 2019 UCI Track World Championships in Poland.
Welsford Riding for Gold and Rainbows in Poland
Sam Welsford will ride for a third career world championship title in the men's team pursuit on Thursday evening after Australia set up a ride-off for gold against archrivals Great Britain.
Welsford Dreaming of Third Rainbow Jersey
Sam Welsford is excited to be back on the World Championships stage and is champing at the bit at the prospect of chasing his third team pursuit rainbow jersey for Australia in four years.
Richardson Earns World Championships Selection
Emerging track sprint star Matt Richardson will make his senior World Championship debut at next month's UCI Track titles in Poland.
Meyer, Richardson, Welsford and Leahy all Medal at Hong Kong World Cup
Western Australia's competing talent enjoyed a highly successful campaign at the UCI Track World Cup in Hong Kong.
Welsford Defends Omnium Crown
Sam Welsford has won the 2019 Omnium national title at the DISC Velodrome in Melbourne, defending the championship he won 12 months ago.
Crampton Appointed WAIS Cycling Coach
The Western Australian Institute of Sport is pleased to announce the appointment of Matt Crampton as Head Coach of the WAIS Cycling Program.
WA Cyclists in Strong Form at Oceania Championships
WA cyclists have enjoyed a successful opening two days of competition at the 2019 Oceania Track Championships in Adelaide.
WA Cyclists Tackle Road World Champs in Austria
Western Australian cyclists competed across junior, U23 and elite men's levels at the recent UCI Road World Championships in Austria.
WA Cyclists Receive Signficant Career Boost
Two Western Australian cyclists have earned invitation to join the select group Australian Cycling Team Podium Potential Academy in Adelaide.
Power Selected for Road World Champs
Western Australian Robert Power has earned selection for the eight-strong Australian men's road race team at this year's UCI World Road Championships in Innsbruck, Austria.
Tucknott Training Diary – The First Four Weeks
WA mountain bike star Reece Tucknott has written an update from his European training base in Switzerland as he prepares to compete at this year's World Championships.
Lindorff Selected for U19 Road Worlds Debut
Road cyclist Tyler Lindorff has earned a call-up for the Australian U19 team set to take on the UCI Road World Championships in Austria next September.
#GC2018 Day Six: Meyer and de Rozario Dominate on Day Six
As the swimming is wrapping up for the 2018 Commonwealth Games the athletics and road cycling is just beginning and our Western Australian's competitors did not disappoint bringing home two gold medals on day six.
Western Australian’s Achieve Great Success as Track Cycling comes to a Close
Last night's Men's 40km Points Race final marked the end of a big four days on the cycling track for our Western Australian athletes Sam Welsford and Cameron Meyer.
#GC2018 Day One: Welsford Wins Commonwealth Gold
The 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games are off to a flying start and our Western Australian athletes have well and truly made their mark bringing home both a gold and a bronze medal on day one of competition.
Meyer Set to Contest 2018 UCI Track Worlds
Three time WAIS Athlete of the Year and eight time World Champion, Cameron Meyer is set to commence his campaign at the 2018 UCI Track World Championships this Saturday in Apeldoom, Netherlands.
World Champs Locked in for Gold Coast Commonwealth Games
Eight time World Champion Cameron Meyer and Olympic silver medallist Sam Welsford have been confirmed on the 36-member Australian cycling team for the 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games after track, road and mountain bike squads were confirmed today.
Welsford Lauded by Rival Following Thrilling IP Win
Western Australia's Sam Welsford conquered reigning world and national champion Jordan Kerby in front of a raucous Brisbane home-crowd as he made a strong statement in reclaiming the individual pursuit crown at the Track Nationals.
Welsford Claims Elusive National Omnium Title
Western Australian track cyclist Sam Welsford has earned the title of Australian omnium champion after a dominant performance at the titles held in Melbourne recently.
Western Australian’s Shine at Oceania Track Championships
With the Oceania Track Championships well underway in Cambridge, New Zealand, WAIS cyclists Conor Leahy and Rihana Pezaj have put forward some impressive performances, both achieving podium finishes.
Athlete in Focus: Matt Richardson
This week we've caught up with 2017 WAIS Junior Athlete of the Year nominee Matt Richardson to find out how he got into track cycling whilst we also learnt about his earlier sporting life as an elite gymnast.
Meyer and Scotson Win Madison Gold in Poland
Fresh from winning the London Six Day in their last start, WA cyclist Cameron Meyer and his track partner Callum Scotson continued their Madison success with a storming victory in 120-lap race at the Poland Track World Cup.
Make or Break January Set to Determine Tucknott’s Commonwealth Games Hopes
The fate of WA mountain biker Reece Tucknott's Commonwealth Games hopes will hinge on a crucial selection race in January 2018.
Meyer Takes London Six-Day Title with Scotson
Track cycling star Cameron Meyer has claimed a title win at the London Six Day series partnering fellow Aussie Callum Scotson.
Welsford Wins Tour of Gippsland
Cyclist Sam Welsford has claimed victory in the Tour of Gippsland ahead of fellow West Aussie Michael Freiberg in the National Road Series event.
Welsford Earns Opening Stage Win in Tour of Gippsland
WA cyclist Sam Welsford secured victory in the opening stage of the National Road Series Tour of Gippsland today.
Cycling Australia Plot Medal Success
Cycling Australia has announced a new high-performance strategy aimed at Australia regaining its position as the world's leading cycling nation.
Matthews Sprints to Bronze in Men’s Road Race at World Champs
Canberran Michael Matthews has taken bronze in the men's road race at the 2017 Road World Championships in Norway.
Tucknott Competes at MTB World Championships in Cairns
Western Australian mountain bike athlete Reece Tucknott has finished 31st in the men's U23 cross country event at the World Championships in Cairns.
Durbridge Selected to Support Matthews’ Ride for Gold
Western Australian road cyclist Luke Durbridge has been selected for the 2017 UCI Road World Championships to be held in Bergen, Norway starting September 16.
WA Talent Compete at Junior Track World Champs
The 2017 UCI Junior Track World Championships have wrapped up in Montichiari, Italy with WA's elite young talent returning some competitive performances.
WA Cyclists Earn Pro-Team Contracts with Sunweb
Professional road cycling setup Team Sunweb have announced the signing of WA talents Michael Storer and Jai Hindley with both set to wear the team colours from 2018.
WA Track Juniors Compete at World Champs
All four WA representatives on the 2017 Australian Junior Track World Championship team were on the boards on the opening day of competition in Montichiari, Italy.
Tucknott Selected for MTB World Championships in Cairns
WA mountain bike athlete Reece Tucknott has earned selection on the Australian team for next month's UCI MTB World Championships in Cairns.
Meyer Targets Return to London Six-Day Event
Track World Champion Cam Meyer has announced he will return for the 2017 edition of the London Six-Day track event.
Welsford in Form at Japan Track Cup
World Champion track cyclist Sam Welsford has underlined his class with a dominant display at the Japan Track Cup in Izu, Shizuoka.
Four WA Cyclists Selected for Junior Track World Championships
Western Australia will have four athletes in the Australian team for August's Junior Track World Championships in Italy.
Athlete in Focus: Luke Zaccaria
WAIS is home to hundreds of elite athletes all hailing from different walks of life in pursuit of different goals. This month, InsideWAIS caught up with Luke Zaccaria to gain an insight into his sporting journey to date.
Haines Takes Criterium Win at U19 Road Nats
Western Australian road talent Jade Haines has won the women's criterium title at the U19 Australian Road Championships in Geelong last weekend.
Madison Return – Music to Meyer’s Ears
Dual former Madison World Champion Cameron Meyer has greeted the return of the track cycling event back into the Olympic program for Tokyo 2020.
Meyer Takes Third Place at An Post Ras
Cameron Meyer has taken third place in the An Post Ras in Ireland riding with the Australian U23 road squad.
Storer Takes Solo Win
Michael Storer has out climbed the field to claim an impressive solo victory on stage four of the An Post Ras in Ireland.
Welsford Makes Road Return with Aus U23 Squad
Dual team pursuit world champion and Olympic silver medallist Sam Welsford has made a return to road cycling at the An Post Ras in Ireland with the Australian U23 national team.
Storer Claims Race Win for Aus U23 Team
WA cyclist Michael Storer has claimed victory in the Gran Premio Industrie del Marmo in Italy, riding for the Australian U23 road team.
WA Cycling Great Mel Hoskins Calls Time
World class track and road cyclist Melissa Hoskins has announced her retirement from the sport following a glittering career.
Hindley Earns Trofeo Podium
Herald Sun Tour runner up Jai Hindley has continued his early season success for the Australian Under 23 National Team after finishing second at Trofeo Citta di San Vendemiano.
Cameron Meyer’s return to elite track cycling
Cameron Meyer's return to elite track cycling has yielded a three medal haul at the 2017 World Championships in Hong Kong, including gold in the men's team pursuit with fellow WA talent Sam Welsford.
Men’s Team Pursuit Locked in for Shot at Gold
Australia kick started its title defence of its men's team pursuit crown with a scorching near-world record ride in qualifying on day 1 of the 2017 Track World Championships in Hong Kong.
Meyer Relishing Worlds Return
WA cyclist Cameron Meyer has spoken of his passion for world championship track cycling as he and Sam Welsford prepare to wear the green and gold of Australia at the 2017 titles in Hong Kong.
Team Approach Drives Cycling Excellence
With five WA cyclists this week announced on the Australian Junior Track World Championship long team, WAIS head coach Clay Worthington has highlighted the importance of a connected team approach.
WA Five Selected in Junior World Championship Longteam
Five WA track cycling athletes have been named in Australia's longteam for the 2017 UCI Junior Track World Championships in China.
Durbridge Earns Plaudits for Gutsy Vlaanderen Ride
A superb performance from Luke Durbridge nearly paid dividends for ORICA-SCOTT at Dwars door Vlaanderen with the in-form West Australian crossing the line in fourth place, narrowly off the podium after an outstanding ride.
WA Cyclists in Action Around the Globe
WA cyclists have been in the thick of the action, across the globe over the past week with local riders competing in the Oceania Road Champs, Bendigo Madison and European World Tour events.
Welsford and Meyer Earn World Championship Selection
Olympic silver medallist Sam Welsford and six time track world champion Cameron Meyer have today been named on Cycling Australia's 22-strong team for the April Track World Championships in Hong Kong.
Meyer Sparkles as WA Returns #TrackNats Medal Haul
Western Australia has completed a successful campaign at the 2017 Australian Track Championships in Brisbane returning 17 medals across senior and U19 ranks.
Western Australia Win Southcott Cup at #TrackNats
Western Australia's elite men's team pursuit has lifted the Southcott Cup after claiming the national title on the opening day of the Australian Track Championships in Brisbane.
Meyer and Welsford Headline Strong WA Track Team
Western Australia has sent a talent-laden squad to compete at the 2017 Australian Track Cycling Championships in Brisbane starting on Thursday, highlighted by the world champion pairing of Cam Meyer and Sam Welsford.
Welsford Earns Omnium Gold in Cali
Western Australian track cyclist Sam Welsford has won omnium gold at the weekend Cali World Cup in Colombia as he sharpens preparations for the up-coming Australian Track Championships in Brisbane.
Welsford Selected for Cali World Cup
World Champion track cyclist Sam Welsford has been named in the Australian squad for the Cali World Cup held in Colombia this weekend.
Hindley Named Best Young Rider
Western Australian cyclist Jai Hindley has taken out the title of Best Young Rider at the 2017 Herald Sun Tour, after a strong performance across the four stage race.
Durbo Eyes Big 2017 Campaign
Western Australian road cyclist Luke Durbridge is preparing for a busy 2017 season off the back of a successful Australian summer that saw him compete at the Road Championships, Tour Down Under and at the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race last weekend.
Meyer Third in Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race
WA cyclist Cameron Meyer came within inches of snatching victory at the Cadel Evans Road Race on Saturday after a daring attack.
WA Cyclists Impress at Tour Down Under
Western Australian road cycling provided an exciting glimpse to the future at the Tour Down Under in South Australia, with three athletes earning representation in the top ten of the Best Young Rider standings.
Allen Wins at 2017 Road Nationals
January the 4th saw Western Australian cyclist Jessica Allen named Elite Women's Criterium Champion at the 2017 MARS Cycling Australia Road National Championships, held in Ballarat.
Storer Makes his Mark on Tour Down Under
Stage Two of the Santos Tour Down Under has seen Western Australian cyclist Michael Storer finish in eight place.
WA Duo Win Famous Madison Title
Western Australian cyclists Cameron Meyer and Sam Welsford have won the 2017 Australian Madison title in Melbourne, following a sensational ride on Saturday evening at Hisense Arena.
Western Australian Duo Pre-Selected for Australian National Teams
Cycling Australia has confirmed their pre-selections for the Australian National Teams, selecting two Western Australian future WorldTour stars in Jai Hindley and Michael Storer.
Bonser Clean Sweeps Sprint Events at Oceania Champs
WA's emerging cycling talent has provided a glimpse of its future potential with a successful campaign at the Oceania Championships in Melbourne, headlined by a sprint clean-sweep from Kye Bonser.
Welsford Shines on Return to Track
WA track talent Sam Welsford has made a bold impression in his first competition since the Rio Olympics, claiming gold in the team pursuit and points race on the opening day of the 2017 Oceania Championships in Melbourne.
Welsford Wins Elite Track Title at Cycling Awards
Sam Welsford has taken home the titles of elite men's track cyclist and men's U23 cyclist of the year at the 2016 Cycling Australia Awards in Melbourne.
WAIS Cyclists in Contention for Cycling Australia Awards
Three WAIS cycling athletes have recently been named as finalists for the upcoming 2016 Jayco Cycling Australia Awards to be held in Melbourne on the 18th of November.
Meyer Makes Triumphant Track Return
Cameron Meyer's Track World Cup return didn't disappoint as he put in a commanding display to claim points race gold on the second day in Glasgow before adding Madison silver with partner Callum Scotson on the final day of competition.
Meyer Named on Track World Cup Team
Western Australian cyclist, Cameron Meyer has been named as part of Australia's Track World Cup team ahead of the opening rounds of the UCI Track World Cup in November.
Sam Welsford Wins WAIS Athlete of the Year
The Western Australian Institute of Sport crowned cyclist Sam Welsford as the 2016 WAIS Athlete of the Year at its Annual Dinner at HBF Stadium last Saturday.
Team Bronze for Durbridge and GreenEDGE
Western Australian cyclist Luke Durbridge has won bronze with GreenEDGE cycling in the team time trial at the 2016 UCI Road World Championships in Doha.
Brave End for Aussie Team Pursuit
Australia's women's pursuit team might be leaving Rio without a medal, but they certainly won the country's hearts with their determination and fight to courageously finish fifth overall in Rio on Saturday.
Olympic Silver for Sam Welsford in Men’s Team Pursuit
Sam Welsford and the Australian men's team pursuit have won an Olympic silver medal on Night 7 of the 2016 Rio Olympic Games.
Hoskins Defies Odds to Compete in Women’s Team Pursuit Qualifying
Just four days ago, there was uncertainty as to whether Australia would have four riders available to start in the women's team pursuit qualification round after a heavy crash during training, captured the attention of the sporting nation.
Australian Men’s Team Pursuit Set to Ride for Rio Medal
Australia has secured a place in Friday's men's team pursuit medal rounds after clocking the third fastest time during Thursday's (Friday morning Perth time) qualifying round.
Hoskins OK After Heavy Training Crash
WA track cyclist Melissa Hoskins has returned to the Olympic Village after being released from hospital following a training crash on the Olympic Velodrome on Day 3 ahead of the women's team pursuit competition set for action on Thursday (Friday Perth time) in Brazil.
Introduction to Olympic Track Cycling
Track cycling melds the talents of sprint and endurance onto a 250m wooden track with 10 medals up for grabs over six days of competition.
Haines Impresses on Junior Worlds Debut
WAIS cyclist Jade Haines has won the women's Maddison exhibition race that closed out competition at the UCI Junior Track World Championships in Switzerland over the weekend.
WAIS Athletes Compete at Junior Track Champs
Two WAIS cyclists took to the boards on the opening day of the UCI Junior Track World Championships in Aigle, Switzerland.
#Rio2016 | WA Duo on Track for Rio
Western Australian medal hopefuls Melissa Hoskins and Sam Welsford have both earned selection for the 2016 Rio Olympic Games after Australia's track cycling team for Brazil was announced in Adelaide this morning.
Durbridge Earns Tour de France Spot with Green-Edge
WAIS scholarship athlete Luke Durbridge has earned selection for a third Tour de France campaign after Orica Green-Edge named him on their nine-strong team for the 2016 edition.
WA Cyclists Make Bright Start at ITS Melbourne
A youthful Western Australian team has enjoyed a strong start to the ITS Melbourne track cycling event at the DISC Velodrome with Jade Haines and Kye Bonser both earning keirin wins.
Hindley Holds Second in An Post Ras
WAIS scholarship athlete Jai Hindley currently sits second overall after four stages of the An Post Ras in Ireland.
Welsford Chasing #Rio2016
The stars seem to be aligning for emerging talent Sam Welsford on the Road to Rio with the 20-year-old cyclist >
Meyer Fifth in Madison Campaign
Two-time Madison world champion Cameron Meyer and reigning national champion Callum Scotson executed a smart and tactical Madison, finishing two >
Aussie Team Pursuit Second Fastest in Qualifying
Australia will face defending champions New Zealand in Thursday's first round of the men's team pursuit after posting the second >
Endurance Depth has Decker Eyeing Success
Australian track cycling men's endurance coach Tim Decker is revelling in the strength of depth in Australian track cycling at >
WA Juniors Set to Take on the World
Western Australian Institute of Sport cyclists Tahlay Christie and Jade Haines have been named in Cycling Australia's 13-strong squad for >
Elks Hangs Tough in Tricky Start to World Champs
WAIS sailor Caitlin Elks currently holds fifth place at the 49erFX World Championships in Florida after two weather affected days >
Welsford and Meyer Named for World Championships
WAIS cycling athletes Sam Welsford and Cameron Meyer have been selected to compete for Australia at the 2016 UCI Track >
12 Medals for WA at 2016 Track Nationals
The 2016 Australian Track Cycling Championships have wrapped up in Adelaide with Western Australian athletes claiming 12 medals across the >
Welsford Wins IP National Crown
Day two of the Australian Track Cycling Championships in Adelaide has seen WAIS athletes pick up gold in three events, >
Track Cycling Nationals Set to Commence in Adelaide
The 2016 Australian Track Cycling National Championships commence on Wednesday, with the event helping shape this year's Cyclones team for >
State Records for WA Junior Cyclists
State records have fallen over the weekend as WA's emerging track cycling athletes prepare for next month's Junior National Championships >
Welsford Wins World Cup Gold
WAIS scholarship athlete Sam Welsford collected gold in the men's team pursuit at the Hong Kong Track World Cup over >
Impressive Results at the Cycling Australia Omnium
The WAIS Cyclists have come away from the 2016 Cycling Australia Omnium in mid-December with an impressive trifecta of silver medals. Six >
King Helps Aussies to Team Pursuit Title in NZ
WAIS scholarship athlete Isabella King has formed part of the gold medal winning Australian women's team pursuit squad at the >
World Champion Hoskins Set to Compete in Rainbow Jersey
WAIS Athlete of the Year Melissa Hoskins will compete in her world championship rainbow colours for the first time at >
WAIS Cyclists up for Awards
Western Australian Institute of Sport cyclists Robert Power and Michael Storer have been officially listed as finalists for awards at >
Track World Cup Bronze for Welsford
WAIS cyclist Sam Welsford has claimed a bronze medal as a member of the Australian men's team pursuit squad at >
Welsford Building on Impressive Debut Senior Season
WAIS cyclist Sam Welsford is relishing the opportunity to compete at senior level as he prepares for his third World >
Three WAIS Cyclists Selected for Cali World Cup
Three WAIS scholarship holders have been named on the 15-strong Australian track cycling team for the opening round of the >
WAIS Athletes Return Medal Performances at Oceania Champs
WAIS cycling athletes competing at the Oceania Championships in New Zealand have produced a strong campaign at both U19 and >
WAIS Trio to Compete at Oceania Track Champs
Three WAIS cyclists have earned call ups for the Australian Track Cycling team set to compete at the Oceania Championships >
Storer Competes in Junior Road Race
Western Australian Institute of Sport cyclist Michael Storer was the top Australian finisher in the junior men's road race at >
Durbridge 20th in Road Worlds Time Trial
WAIS athlete Luke Durbridge has recorded a 20th place finish in the men's time trial at the 2015 UCI Road >
Storer Set for Worlds Test
Western Australian Institute of Sport cyclist Michael Storer is preparing to compete in his second U19 campaign at the Road >
WA Duo Win National Junior Road Championships
WAIS cyclists Craig Wiggins and Jade Haines have come away with strong results from the 2015 Australian Junior Road Championships in Shepparton, Victoria.
Rendell Wins Junior World Championship
WAIS cyclist Alex Rendell has helped Australia continue its incredible record of winning gold in the men's team pursuit at >
Australian Record for Christie in Junior Worlds Debut
WAIS cyclist Tahlay Christie has set a new Australian record in finishing fourth in the women's team sprint at the >
Sunderland Secures Second Stage Win in National Road Series
Team Budget Forklifts rider Scott Sunderland continued his outstanding form in the Lakes Oil-Fulton Hogan Tour of the Great South >
Power First Aussie to Win Valle d’Aosta
Robert Power has become the first Australian to the win the Giro Ciclistico della Valle d'Aosta Mont Blanc. The Western >
Title Success for Storer and Pirotta
WAIS athletes have won two titles at the U19 National Road Championships in Queensland. 2014 Junior Road World Championships medallist >
Durbridge Selected for Tour de France
WAIS scholarship holder Luke Durbridge has been selected to make his second Tour de France start for Australian professional road >
Top Ten Time Trial Finish for Meyer at Tour de Suisse
WAIS cyclist Cameron Meyer has finished eighth in the closing stage time trial of the Tour de Suisse to reinforce >
Hoskins Queen of the Mountains in Aviva Tour
World track champion Melissa Hoskins has wrapped up the queen of the mountains classification at the Aviva Women's Tour in >
WAIS Athlete Blog: Sam Welsford
WAIS athlete Sam Welsford blogs on his first week of racing with the Australian men's track endurance squad in Belgium.
WAIS Cyclists Complete ITS Adelaide Campaign
Members of the WAIS cycling program have completed a busy week of racing in Adelaide, with the International Track Series culminating on Sunday.
WAIS Cyclists Hit the Boards in Adelaide
The WAIS cycling program has returned some encouraging results at the South Australian Track Grand Prix in Adelaide.
Power Secures Podium Finish in Italy
WAIS cyclist Rob Power has secured a podium finish at the GP San Vendemiano in Italy riding for an Australian U23 team.
Durbridge Assists GreenEDGE to Giro Team Time Trial Win
ORICA-GreenEDGE has claimed the opening team time trial at the Giro d'Italia in San Remo this afternoon, seven seconds faster than nearest rivals Tinkoff-Saxo.
WAIS Hand-cyclist Selected for Road World Champs
Cycling Australia has announced the Australian team that will contest the UCI Para-cycling Road World Championships in Nottwil, Switzerland, 29 >
Storer Storms to Mt Buffalo Success
WAIS cyclist Michael Storer has claimed time trial and road race victories at Cycling Australia's Junior Moutain Climb Championships at Mt Buffalo.
WAIS Cyclists Contest the Adelaide NRS
The latest instalment of the 2015 National Road Series occurred in Adelaide last weekend, with a group of young WAIS >
Local Talent on Display at Tour de Perth
A talented squad of emerging WA road cyclists produced some encouraging results at last weekend's Tour de Perth. The tour, >
Perth Set for National Road Series
Elevated to continental status in 2015, Perth's Navitas Satalyst Racing Team is determined to open their Subaru National Road Series >
Haines Stars at Junior Track Championships
WAIS athlete Jade Haines capped off an outstanding National Junior Track Cycling Championship campaign in Melbourne, notching up two more medals on the final day, to take her tally to five gold.
WAIS Pair Earn Junior World Championship Selection
Western Australian Institute of Sport athletes Tahlay Christie and Alex Rendell have earned selection to make their Junior Track Cycling World Championship debuts in Astana, Kazakhstan this August.
Hoskins Wins World Title
WAIS athlete Melissa Hoskins has won a world championship title as a member of the Australian women's team pursuit squad that broke a world record in claiming gold at the 2015 UCI Track World Championships in Paris on day two.
Storer Claims U19 Oceania Champs Time Trial Win
WAIS cyclist Michael Storer has made a strong early bid for Junior Road World Championship selection after winning the U19 men's time trial at the Oceania Road Championships in Toowoomba.
Meyer Wins Sun Tour Title
WAIS scholarship holder Cameron Meyer has held on to deliver back-to-back overall victories for his team ORICA-GreenEDGE in the 2015 Sun Tour, following a nail-biting finish on the final stage to Arthurs Seat.
Hoskins Selected for World Championships
WAIS athlete Melissa Hoskins has earned selection for the Australian track cycling team for this month's World Championships in Paris from February 18-22.
Individual Gold for Hoskins
A first individual national title to Mel Hoskins has highlighted another successful national track championship campaign for WAIS.
WAIS Starlet Wins U19 Keirin Title
Western Australian Institute of Sport rising track star Tahlay Christie has won a maiden U19 national track title after taking gold in the women's keirin on night two of the Championships in Melbourne.
Sunderland Fights Back to Claim Victory
One week after being hit by a car, dual reigning Commonwealth Games champion Scott Sunderland claimed gold at the Subaru >
Hoskins Claims Silver in Stage Three
Despite a severe numerical disadvantage, two-time world champion Georgia Bronzini (Wiggle Down Under) beat the odds to win stage three >
ORICA-GreenEDGE gains a little extra Power
ORICA-GreenEDGE has further boosted its talented young roster, today confirming the signing of 19-year-old WAIS cyclist Robert Power from 2016. >
Victory for Hoskins
West Australia's Melissa Hoskins (ORICA-AIS) sprinted to victory on day two of the Santos Women's Tour, one day after team-mate >
Welsford & Wundersitz perform in UCI Track World Cup Series
Australia has finished third in the overall 2014/15 UCI Track World Cup Series rankings on 3398.5 points, while the Jayco-AIS >
Mackey Claims Gold in Buninyong
In the under 23 race, West Australian Rebecca Mackey (Wormall Civil) finished fourth overall and claimed gold in the age >
Evans Prepares for his last ever Nationals
For Cadel Evans, the journey to the national championships began with a trip to Thredbo in 1992 and will end >
WA Stars Targetting National Omnium Championships
The National Omnium Championships will this week pit a selection of Australia's best track endurance stars against one another across a gruelling two day, six event schedule.
Track King Meyer Set for Return to the Velodrome
Six-time world champion Cameron Meyer will make a long awaited return to track cycling at this month's national Madison Championships in Victoria on December 20.
Silver for WA Team Pursuit Stars
WAIS cyclists Melissa Hoskins and Isabella King have won silver at the London Track Cycling World Cup as members of the Australian women's team pursuit squad that finished behind hosts Great Britain in the ride for gold.
Commonwealth Champion Back on Boards
Commonwealth Games gold medallist Scott Sunderland will return to the boards this week when he competes for Australia at the London Track World Cup at the Lee Valley VeloPark.
Welsford and Storer Win Top Awards
WAIS cyclists Sam Welsford and Michael Storer have received national acclaim after winning honours at last Friday's Australian Cyclist of the Year Awards.
WAIS Trio in Line for Awards
WA Institute of Sport cycling trio Robert Power, Sam Welsford and Michael Storer have all been nominated for awards at the 2014 Australian Cyclist of the Year Awards night.
Welsford Wins Gold in World Cup Debut
Sam Welsford has made a successful debut at senior Track World Cup level over the weekend, winning a gold medal as a member of the Australian team pursuit squad in Mexico.
Australian Track Cycling Team Ready for World Cup
Australia's 16-rider team will contest the opening round of 2014/15 UCI Track World Cup which begins on Friday November 7 in Guadalajara, Mexico.
Welsford and Wundersitz Selected for Mexico World Cup
Western Australian Institute of Sport cyclists Sam Welsford and Elissa Wundersitz will represent Australia at the first UCI Track World Cup event of the 2014/15 season, when they compete in Mexico next month.
WAIS Cyclists Compete at Oceania Championships
WAIS athletes produced some impressive performances at the Oceania Track Championships in Adelaide last weekend.
Storer Wins Bronze in Junior Time Trial
WAIS athlete Michael Storer has won a bronze medal for Australia in the men's junior time trial at the UCI Road World Championships in Ponferrada, Spain.
Cycling Australia Revamp Board
The Australian Sports Commission (ASC) and Cycling Australia (CA) this week welcomed the appointment of a new board to CA >
WA Cyclists Set for Road World Champs
Cycling Australia has announced its final squad for the 2014 UCI Road World Championships to be held in Ponferrada, Spain from September 21-28.
Power Surge Collects Third Win in Ten Days
WAIS road cyclist Robert Power has extended his recent winning streak to three races, after claiming an impressive win in the GP Capodarco in Italy, in the led up to Europe's biggest amateur race, the Tour de l'Avenir.
Welsford Defends Junior World Championship Title
Western Australian Institute of Sport cyclist Sam Welsford has defended his junior world championship title in the men's team pursuit after claiming gold at the 2014 Junior World Championships in Korea.
Storer Selected for Junior Road World Championships
Western Australian Institute of Sport cyclist Michael Storer has been named on the Australian team for the 2014 UCI Junior Road World Championships in Ponferrada, Spain.
Storer Wins U19 National Road Title
WAIS cyclist Michael Storer won the U19 Men's Criterium title on the weekend after a successful breakaway at the national road championships in Canberra.
Tour de France Selection Earns Durbridge Shot at Dream
Western Australian Institute of Sport cyclist Luke Durbridge will live-out a childhood dream this Saturday when he takes to the start-line for his first Tour de France campaign.
Meyer Sprints to Breakaway Win in Tour de Suisse Stage
WAIS cyclist Cameron Meyer has won the second stage of the Tour de Swisse in a three-up sprint to the line in Sarnen.
WAIS Trio Selected for Commonwealth Games Cycling Team
WAIS athletes Luke Durbridge, Scott Sunderland and Melissa Hoskins have been named in Cycling Australia's 41-strong squad for the 2014 Glasgow Commonwealth Games.
Durbridge Crashes Out of Giro
WAIS cyclist Luke Durbridge has crashed out of the Giro d'Italia with a broken collarbone but is still considered to be in contention for this year's Tour de France which starts six weeks on Saturday.
WAIS Handcyclists Selected for World Championships
WAIS handcyclists Nigel Barley and Craig Parsons have been named on the Australian team to compete at this year's UCI >
Power Takes Young Rider Jersey in Tour d’Azerba√Ødjan
WAIS cyclist Robert Power secured the best young rider jersey and seventh position overall on the final stage of racing at the Tour d'Azerbaïdjan on Sunday.
Giro: Contrasting Third Stage for Durbridge and Meyer
It was a day of contrasting fortunes for the WA boys competing at the Giro d'Italia during stage three, with the success of Luke Durbridge pulling on the Young Riders' jersey tempered by a fall for Cameron Meyer.
Meyer and Durbridge Selected for Giro d’Italia
With the 2014 Giro d'Italia set to launch this week, GreenEDGE racing has named its squad for this year's first Grand Tour, with WAIS cyclists Cameron Meyer and Luke Durbridge both earning selection.
Mersey Valley Tour Results
WAIS cyclists have competed at the Mersey Valley Tour in the latest round of the National Road Series which was held in Tasmania last weekend, with Michael Storer producing an impressive campaign.
Meyer Handed Tour de Romandie Start
WAIS cyclist Cameron Meyer has been selected in the ORICA-GreenEDGE eight man roster for the Tour de Romandie set in the beautiful French-speaking region of the Swiss countryside.
Meyer Fourth in Tour de Perth
WAIS cyclist Travis Meyer has earned a fourth place finish at the Tour de Perth last weekend, in the first >
Durbridge Top Ten in Tirreno-Adriatico Time Trial
WAIS cyclists Luke Durbridge and Cameron Meyer have completed the Tirreno-Adriatico with the former capturing a top ten finish in the closing stage time-trial.
WAIS Trio Named in Cycling Long Team for Comm Games
Three WAIS athletes have been named in the long team for Australia's track cycling squad for the 2014 Glasgow Commonwealth Games.
Meyer and Durbridge Earn Tirreno-Adriatico Selection
Western Australian Institute of Sport cyclists Cameron Meyer and Luke Durbridge have been named in the eight-man ORICA-GreenEDGE squad for the Tirreno-Adriatico stage race starting today.
World Championship Bronze for Hoskins and King
WAIS cyclists Mel Hoskins and Bella King have won bronze in the women's team pursuit after lapping Poland in the bronze medal ride-off at the World Cycling Track Championships in Cali, Columbia.
Christie Breaks 16 Year Old Record at Junior Track Champs
The 2014 Cycling Australia Junior Track National Championships kicked off in fine style yesterday, with Australian records tumbling at the first session at the Dunc Gray Velodrome.
Women’s Endurance Squad Primed for Action
Australia's women's endurance squad members are primed to make a long awaited return to the top step of the podium when competition begins at the 2014 UCI World Championships in Cali on today.
Durbridge Takes Road Race Victory at Oceania Champs
Western Australian institute of Sport duo Luke Durbridge (Orica-GreenEDGE) and Robert Power have claimed the elite and under-23 road race Oceania Championship titles in Toowoomba on Sunday.
Hoskins and King Selected for World Championships
Western Australian Institute of Sport cycling stars Melissa Hoskins and Isabella King have been named in the final Australian squad for the 2014 Track World Championships to be held in Columbia from February 26 - March 2.
Talented Duo Selected for U23 Development Team
WAIS cyclists Brad Linfield and Rob Power have been included on the 2014 Jayco-AIS World Tour Academy Team that will see them racing around the world as part of Australia's premiere development road cycling program.
Hoskins and King Named in World Championship Long Team
Cycling Australia has named its long team for the 2014 UCI World Track Cycling Championships to be held in Cali, Columbia from February 26 - March 2.
Bronze Medal for Sunderland at Track Nationals
A bronze medal to Scott Sunderland highlighted day one activity from the 2014 Track Cycling Championships in Adelaide.
Hoskins Earns Silver in Santos Cup
Orica-AIS opened its Santos Women's Cup account with its riders sweeping the podium in the criterium race held yesterday in Adelaide. In >
Sunderland Breaks One Minute Barrier
Australia has collected two gold and one bronze during the first two days of the final round of the 2013/14 >
Podium Finishes for WAIS at Road Nationals
After four days of tough riding, WAIS cyclists come out with a few podium finishes at the MARS Cycling >
Second Place for Durbridge in Burrumbeet
Durbridge fell just short of his third consecutive title yesterday at the MARS Cycling Australian Road Cycling Championships in Burrumbeet. >
Silver Medal for King at Track National Omnium Champs
WAIS cyclist Isabella King won a silver medal in the women's omnium at the 2013 Track National Omnium Championships in Melbourne.
Bronze Medal for Aussie Team Pursuit Squad
The Australian women's team pursuit featuring WAIS athletes Melissa Hoskins and Bella King has won a bronze medal at the UCI Track Cycling World Cup in Mexico.
Australian Cyclists Set for Mexico World Cup
Cycling Australia has confirmed its 16 riders to contest the second round of the UCI Track World Cup series in Aguascalientes, Mexico starting today through December 7.
Durbridge Eyes Title Defence
Dual reigning national champion and WAIS athlete Luke Durbridge (ORICA-GreenEDGE) is primed for his double title defence at the 2014 Cycling Australia Road National Championships to be held in Ballarat, January 8-12, 2014.
WAIS Cyclists Win Gold
WAIS athletes have won gold medals on day two of the Oceania Track Championships in New Zealand.
Silver Swag for WAIS Cyclists at Oceania Track Champs
WAIS athletes have medalled on the first day of competition at the Oceania Track Championships in New Zealand in an official UCI event that runs from November 19-22.
National Coaching Honour for WAIS Cycling Coach
Western Australian Institute of Sport Cycling coach Clay Worthington has received a significant honour after being named Cycling Australia's Coach of the Year at the 2013 Award Nights in Melbourne. Worthington was named Coach of the Year after spearheading the Australian Junior World Championship sprint group that dominated the floor boards at this year's Championships in Glasgow. Australia topped the medal table at the event with six gold medals, with Worthington assisting WAIS athlete Tian Beckett to a gold in the women's team sprint and bronze in the 500m time trial. Separate to Beckett's efforts, Worthington also coached the Australian men's team sprint group to a junior world championship title, ensuring five athletes returned home to Australia with rainbow jerseys.
Wundersitz Wins Bronze on Debut
WAIS cyclist Elissa Wundersitz has won a bronze medal on her senior track world cup debut, at the UCI event >
Durbridge Claims Duo Normand Title and Race Record
WAIS cyclist Luke Durbridge and his ORICA-GreenEDGE teammate Svein Tuft delivered a record-breaking ride in Normandy to clinch back-to-back titles at Duo Normand.
WAIS Athletes Compete at UCI Road World Champs
WAIS athletes have contested the road races at the 2013 UCI Road World Championships in Italy at elite senior, U23 and junior level, with the elite men's road race held in wild wet conditions.
McRedmond Contests Time Trial at Road World Champs
WAIS cyclist Emily McRedmond has competed in the junior girl's individual time trial at the 2013 UCI Road Cycling World Championships in Florence, finishing 32nd.
Durbridge and GreenEDGE claim World TTT Silver
WAIS athlete Luke Durbridge and his ORICA-GreenEDGE team have narrowly missed the top step of the podium and a world title in Florence, Italy in the team time trial at the Road World Championships.
Hoskins Earns Bronze in TTT Ride at World Champs
In the final team race for the 2013 season, ORICA-AIS rode for a bronze medal in the team time trial at the Road World Championships in Florence, Italy.
Hoskins Named in Team Time Trial Squad
ORICA-AIS has announced its six woman squad that will compete at the Team Time Trial World Championships in Italy later this month with WAIS cyclist Mel Hoskins included in the squad.
Meyer Selected for Road World Championships Squad
WAIS cyclist Cameron Meyer has been named in the elite men's squad for the 2013 UCI Road World Championships in Florence, Italy from 21-29 September.
Strong Campaign from Junior WAIS Cyclists
WAIS Cycling Coach Darryl Benson has hailed the efforts of the WA crew that competed at the recent U15 and U17 national road cycling championships in Wagga Wagga.
Four WAIS Cyclists on Road World Championship Long Team
Four Western Australian Institute of Sport cyclists has been named on Cycling Australia's long team for the 2013 UCI Road Cycling World Championships in Florence, Italy from 21-29 September.
Junior Track Cycling Wrap-up
The UCI Junior Track Cycling World Championships have completed in Glasgow with WAIS athletes posting a highly successful campaign that yielded seven medals on the Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome boards.
World Titles for WAIS Pair
Western Australian Institute of Sport cyclists Sam Welsford and Tian Beckett have won gold medals on the first day of competition at the UCI Junior Track World Cycling Championships in Glasgow.
Meyer Extends GreenEDGE Stay
WA Institute of Sport athlete Cameron Meyer has re-signed through the 2015 season with his professional road cycling team Orica-GreenEDGE.
GreenEDGE win Team Time Trial in Tour de France
On the heels of his historic victory yesterday in Corsica, Simon Gerrans stood on the Tour de France podium again today. Today, he was joined by his entire team. ORICA-GreenEDGE won the stage four team time trial in Nice. The team effort put Gerrans in the yellow jersey, tied on time with Daryl Impey and Michael Albasini.
Meyer Helps GreenEDGE to an Historic Win
WAIS cyclist Cameron Meyer has been part of an historic day for Australian road cycling as Simon Gerrans claimed ORICA-GreenEDGE's first ever stage victory at the Tour de France.
Hoskins Selected for Giro Rosa
AIS-WAIS cyclist Melissa Hoskins has been selected for her first attempt at the Giro Rosa with the Olympian to ride for Orica-AIS as the team's specialist sprinter.
Meyer Selected for the 100th Riding of the Grand Tour
Western Australian Institute of Sport cyclist Cameron Meyer has been selected to ride in the 100th edition of the Tour de France after earning inclusion in the nine-member Orica-GreenEDGE team.
Meyer Maintains Yellow Jersey in Tour de Suisse
WAIS cyclist Cameron Meyer has maintained his lead in the Tour de Suisse despite seeing Canadian Ryder Hesjedal shave precious time off his lead.
Meyer Takes Time Trial Win at Tour de Suisse
Western Australian Institute of Sport cyclist Cameron Meyer has claimed the opening stage time trial at the Tour de Suisse with a superb performance over the 8.1km course.
WAIS Athletes Named on Cyclones Squad for Road World Champs
WAIS scholarship holders Nigel Barley and Clare McLean have been selected onto the Australian Cyclones team for the UCI Para-cycling Road World Championships to be held in Baie-Comeau Canada, from August 29.
WAIS Cyclists Selected for Tour de Romandie
Western Australian Institute of Sport cyclists Luke Durbridge and Travis Meyer will compete in this month's Tour de Romandie for professional road cycling team ORICA-GreenEDGE.
Dual Titles for WAIS Hand Cyclist
WAIS athlete Nigel Barley has captured two nationals titles at last weekend's Para-cycling Road National Championships in Echuca, Victoria.
Durbridge Eyes Title Defence Following TT Win in France
Dual national road cycling champion and AIS-WAIS scholarship holder Luke Durbridge has taken victory in the Circuit Cycliste Sarthe time trial in France as he looks to defend his title from last year's event.
Magnifique Meyer Stars as GreenEDGE Domestique
Western Australian Institute of Sport cyclist Travis Meyer has enjoyed a productive campaign at the 2013 Volta a Catalunya competition in Spain.
Meyer Back in the Saddle for Oceania Road Race Win
AIS-WAIS athlete and Orica-GreenEDGE cyclist Cameron Meyer has completed a successful return from surgery, holding on throughout an exciting race to secure the Elite Men's Road title at the Oceania Championships in Canberra.
Meyer Set for Oceania Road Championship Return
Reigning WAIS Athlete of the Year Cameron Meyer will make his long awaited return to racing, when he lines up for this weekend's road race at the Oceania Road Championships in Canberra.
WAIS Cyclists Win Medals at Junior Track Championships
The Australian Junior Track Cycling Championships were held at Adelaide's Superdrome recently, with some of WA's brightest emerging talents winning >
Track World Championships Wrap-up in Minsk
Australia has finished the UCI Track World Championships in Minsk, Belarus ranked third after collecting eight medals at the 2013 Championships.
Hoskins Snares Silver
WAIS cyclist Melissa Hoskins has won a silver medal as part of the Australian women's team pursuit squad at the 2013 Track World Championships in Minsk, Belarus.
Four WAIS Cyclists Named for Junior Track World Champs
Four WAIS athletes have been selected to contest the 2013 UCI Junior Track World Championships to be staged in Glasgow, Scotland from 7 to 11 August.
WA Pair Selected for Track World Championships
Western Australian athletes and 2012 London Olympians Melissa Hoskins and Scott Sunderland have been named in Cycling Australia's long-team of 16 for this month's (Feb 20-24) track world championships to be held in Minsk, Belarus.
Six Straight for WA Team Pursuit Girls
The Western Australian women's team pursuit trio of Mel Hoskins, Isabella King and Kelsey Robson have claimed the Australian track national championship after defeating Tasmania in the final at the Dunc Gray Velodrome in Sydney.
Day Two Produces More Champions
WAIS Juniors Sam Welsford and Tian Beckett both claim victories at the 2013 Subaru Cycling Australia Track National Championships held at Sydney's Dunc Gray Velodrome.
Track off to Winning Start
WAIS athletes Kelsey Robson and Elissa Wundersitz both claimed individual titles on the track yesterday at the2013 Subaru Cycling Australia Track National Championships held atSydney's Dunc Gray Velodrome.
Dubridge Doubles into History
Riding himself into history yesterday, Luke Dubridge became the first Australian male professional to win the titles in both the >
Linfield and Meyer Sprint to Glory
WAIS cyclists Bradley Linfield and Cameron Meyer both earned gold this week at the Mars Cycling Australian Road National >
Hoskins Defends her Title
Melisa Hoskins defended her Mitchelton Bay Cycling Classic title in Williamstown last week. After finishing second on her first two >
Victorious start for WAIS Cyclists
2013 got off to a great start as WAIS cyclists Luke Durbridge and Melissa Hoskins, both delivered wins in Portarlington, >
Reflection Sights Room to Improve for Hoskins
WAIS cyclist Mel Hoskins spoke with SBS Cycling Central recently reflecting on her London Olympic experience, her future road ambitions and the long path to Rio.
WAIS Cyclists Impress at Oceania Champs
The next generation of WAIS track cycling stars gave another glimpse of their future potential with some impressive performances at the Oceania Track Championships in Adelaide.
WAIS Cyclists Shine at Oceania Track Champs
Australia has cleaned up on the opening night of the 2013 Oceania Track Championships winning eight of a possible 12 gold medals at the Adelaide Super-Drome.
WAIS Gen Next Headed For Olympic Festival
Ten of the 14 Australian track cyclists who contested the 2012 Olympic Games in London, including Anna Meares, had one of their first experiences of international competition at an Australian Youth Olympic Festival (AYOF).
King Reigns in Cali
Western Australian Institute of Sport cyclist Isabella King has enjoyed a fantastic start to the UCI Track World Cup series in Cali, Colombia winning three medals including gold in the scratch race and omnium.
Meyer Wins 2012 WAIS Athlete of the Year
The 2012 WAIS Annual Dinner celebrated the achievements of the past 12 months on Saturday night, with cyclist Cameron Meyer winning the prestigious Athlete of the Year Award in front of over 450 guests at Perth's Challenge Stadium.
Durbridge Earns Extended Deal with GreenEDGE
WAIS cyclist Luke Durbridge has extended his contract with GreenEDGE adding an additional year to the existing neo-pro two-year contract.
Durbridge Ends First Year on Pro Circuit in Style
Western Australian Institute of Sport athlete Luke Durbridge and Svein Tuft handily won the Duo Normand, besting the Sky duo of Alex Dowsett and Luke Rowe by over a minute in the two-man time trial in Normandy.
Road World Champs Wrap-up in the Netherlands
The Cyclones have wrapped up their world titles campaign in the Netherlands with three silver and one bronze medal for the national team.
Meyer and Durbridge Compete in Elite Men’s Time Trial
Western Australian Institute of Sport athletes Cameron Meyer and Luke Durbridge had a challenging day in the saddle at the UCI Road World Championships in the Netherlands to finish 16th and 21st respectively in the elite men's time trial.
WAIS Athletes Medal in Team Time-Trial Events
WAIS athletes have medalled in both the women's and men's team time-trial events at the Road World Championships in the Netherlands.
Junior Cyclists Produce Winning Results
WAIS Junior Cyclists are producing top Results this month. The Junior World Track Championships were held in Invercargill, NZ, on >
Australian Women’s Team Pursuit Miss Bronze Medal
Australia's women's team pursuit trio of Annette Edmondson and the WAIS pair of Melissa Hoskins and Josephine Tomic have finished >
Women’s Team Pursuit to Chase the Medals in London
The Australian women's team pursuit will attempt to ride for a gold medal tonight, after qualifying third fastest at the >
Sunderland and Men’s Team Sprint Finish Fourth
The Australian men's team sprint trio of Matthew Glaetzer, Shane Perkins and AIS-WAIS athlete Scott Sunderland raced valliantly on debut to finish fourth in the bronze medal race against Germany.
Cycling U19 Road Champs Preview
The Greater Shepparton region of Victoria will be home to cycling's generation-next this weekend when it hosts the 2012 Cycling >
Barley Hits Golden Form in World Cup
WAIS hand-cyclist Nigel Barley has given his Paralympic preparations a huge boost after taking out the UCI World Cup Time Trial gold medal in Spain recently.
WAIS Hand Cyclist Selected for London Paralympics
The Australian Paralympic Committee (APC) has today announced WA athlete Nigel Barley as part of the 15-member Australian Cycling Team for the London Paralympics.
WAIS Track Cycling Trio Selected for London
Three AIS-WAIS athletes have been named on the 14-strong Australian track cycling team for the 2012 London Olympic Games after the Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) today formally selected Josie Tomic, Melissa Hoskins and Scott Sunderland.
Hoskins Wins Chongming Tour in China
Western Australian Institute of Sport cyclist Melissa Hoskins has taken out overall honours in the three day Tour of Chongming Island wrapping up the crown with a win in the third and final stage.
Young Gun Tucknott Impresses in NZ
WAIS athlete and current Under 17 National Mountain Bike Champion Reece Tucknott was invited to join the National U19 MTB Worlds long team and selected U17 boys on a trip to New Zealand.
Meyer Points Race Champion
WAIS-AIS athlete Cameron Meyer has won a fifth senior track world championship after a stunning late surge saw the GreenEDGE team member claim the points race title at the 2012 Track World Championships in Melbourne.
World Championship Silver for Tomic and Hoskins
WAIS-AIS cyclists Josie Tomic and Melissa Hoskins have snared silver medals in the women's team pursuit at the 2012 Track World Championships in Melbourne.
Sunderland Sprints to World Championship Title
Australia's men snatched gold in the team sprint at the UCI Track World Championships at Melbourne's Hisense Arena on an opening night that saw world records toppled in the men's team pursuit and women's team sprint.
GreenEDGE Sunrise to Sunset – Luke Durbridge
We go behind the scenes of Luke Durbridge's first race in Europe as a professional at the first day of >
Road Race Title for Lindfield
WAIS cycling scholarship holder Brad Lindfield, has claimed the U19 Oceania Championship road race title, after outsprinting two New Zealand rivals to the line.
WAIS Cyclists Named in Australian World Championships Squad
AIS-WAIS cyclists Cameron Meyer, Scott Sunderland, Josie Tomic and Mel Hoskins have been named in Cycling Australia's Cyclones squad for the World Championships in Melbourne in April.
Is Durbridge the Next Cancellara?
Cycling Australia's High Performance Director Kevin Tabotta is firm of the belief that while there is no doubt AIS-WAIS athlete Luke Durbridge will be disappointed to have fallen out of contention for a spot in Australia's team pursuit squad for the UCI Track World Championships and London Olympic Games, better things are to come for the 20-year-old.
Hoskins Wins Scratch Race Gold in London World Cup
WAIS-AIS cyclist Melissa Hoskins won gold in the women's scratch race at the UCI Track World Cup in London on the weekend following a successful late solo attack.
Australian Women’s Pursuit to Ride for Bronze in World Cup
The Australian women's teams pursuit trio of Melissa Hoskins (WAIS-AIS), Annette Edmondson and Josie Tomic (WAIS-AIS) will ride for bronze at the UCI London Track World Cup after recording the third fastest time in qualifying.
Four WAIS Athletes on Cyclones World Cup Team
Cycling Australia has included four WAIS-AIS athletes in the Cyclones team to contest the final round of the UCI Track World Cup Series being staged in London from 16 to 18 February.
Meyer Set to Lead GreenEDGE WorldTour Debut
GreenEDGE will field an all-Australian squad for its WorldTour debut in Adelaide, South Australia, with reigning Tour Down Under winner and Australian National Time Trial Champion Cameron Meyer (WAIS-AIS) headlining the seven-rider squad for the six-day stage race.
Meyer Wins National Madison Title
Two-time reigning madison world champions Leigh Howard and WAIS-AIS scholarship holder Cameron Meyer made a triumphant return to the track with a resounding victory in the 2012 Cycling Australia Madison National Championships at Melbourne's DISC Velodrome.
Hoskins Named on New GreenEDGE-AIS Team
GreenEDGE, Cycling Australia (CA) and the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) have launched a joint venture initiative to deliver Australia's first top-level UCI professional women's cycling team.
WAIS Athletes Compete in Track World Cup in Cali
The Australian men's team pursuit squad was controversially disqualified from the gold medal race at the recent UCI Track World Cup event in Cali, Columbia.
Cycling Australia Name World Cup Squad
Cycling Australia is pleased to confirm the riders selected to contest the second round of the UCI Track World Cup Series being staged in Cali, Colombia from 1 to 3 December.
Meyer Brother Win Inaugural Perth Madison Cup
WAIS-AIS athletes Cameron and Travis Meyer claimed the inaugural hosting of the Perth Madison Cup at the Midvale SpeedDome last >
Junior Road Athlete of the Year Award for Allen
WAIS athlete Jessica Allen has been awarded the Junior Female Road Cyclist of the Year at Cycling Australia's 2011 Awards Night.
Dual Success for Turbo Durbo
WAIS-AIS cyclist Luke Durbridge has won a unique double after winning both Institutes' Junior Athlete of the year Award in the past week.
Durbridge Signs to GreenEDGE
Under-23 world time trial champion, Luke Durbridge, and Michael Hepburn, who won the bronze medal in the same event, will complete the GreenEDGE Cycling team of 30 riders for its debut season in 2012.
Australian Record for Sunderland
AIS-WAIS sprint cyclist Scott Sunderland came away with an Australian record and silver medal from the team sprint at the UCI Track World Cup in Astana, Kazakhstan over the weekend.
Kent Selected for World Cup Series Opener
WAIS-AIS cyclist Sarah Kent has been selected to contest the opening round of the UCI Track World Cup Series being staged in Astana, Kazakhstan from 4 to 6 November.
WAIS Cyclists Star at State Omnium Champs
WAIS Cycling Coach Darryl Benson has predicted a strong showing from his group preparing for the National Omnium Titles, after some impressive results at the State Championships recently.
Meyer Brothers to Compete at Jayco Hearld Sun Tour
WAIS cyclists Cameron and Travis Meyer will line up together for professional road team Garmin-Cervelo later this month at the Jayco Herald Sun Tour in Victoria.
Inside WAIS – Cycling Program Success
As the reigning WAIS Program of the Year, 2011 has been another exceptional campaign for the WAIS Cycling Program. In a week that crowned two new world champions, Beau Pearson takes us Inside WAIS for a look at what makes it the success it is.
Time-Trial World Titles to Durbridge and Allen
WAIS cyclists Luke Durbridge (men's U23) and Jessica Allen (women's Junior) have given Australia a golden start at the 2011 Road World Championships in Denmark after both athletes won their respective age group time-trials on day one of competition.
WAIS Cyclists to Take on the World
WAIS-AIS cyclist Luke Durbridge has capped a successful week by being named in Cycling Australia's U23 squad for the Road World Championships to be held in Copenhagen later this month.
Durbridge Sets Record in European Time Trial Win
Western Australian Institute of Sport athlete Luke Durbridge has ridden at record pace to win the Chrono Champenois (time trial) >
Inside WAIS – Sarah Kent’s Project Africa
WAIS-AIS cyclist Sarah Kent talks about her plans for a charity ride to follow after next year's London Olympic Games.
Durbridge Overcomes Machnical Flaw to Podium Finish
Australian U23 time trial champion and 2010 world championship silver medallist, Luke Durbridge (Jayco-AIS) recovered from a mechanical mishap to >
Lindfield Snares Podium Finish and Best Young Rider in Italy
Young WAIS athlete Brad Lindfield has secured a second place finish in a European tour event as he continues his >
Brothers Meyer Join GreenEDGE
WAIS-AIS scholarship holders Cameron and Travis Meyer have been unveiled along with Australian Cyclones teammate Jack Bobridge as the first signings for the Australian Professional road team GreenEDGE Cyling.
WAIS Cycling Generation Next
WAIS cycling's generation next has provided an exciting glimpse of things to come with some impressive results domestically over the >
WAIS Cyclists Compete in Czech Road Tour
Whilst the Tour de France takes the world's attention during July as it snakes its way through the picturesque settings of France, four WAIS cyclists have been excelling across Europe under the watchful eye of WAIS cycling coach Darryl Benson.
WAIS Cycling Juniors Selected for Worlds
Cycling Australia is pleased to announce the junior riders to contest the 2011 UCI Road World Championships in Denmark and >
Benson Backs Juniors for Bright Future
WAIS cycling coach Darryl Benson believes the future of Australian road cycling will be unveiled when WAIS pair Jessica Allen and Brad Lindfield compete at the UCI Junior Road World Championships in Denmark this September.
Meyer Impressive in Time Trial Giro Finale
WAIS cyclist Cameron Meyer produced a brilliant ride for a seventh place finish in the final time-trial stage of the >
Prolouge Win for Turbo Durbridge
WAIS-AIS cyclist Luke Durbridge overcame compatriot and Team Jayco-AIS teammate Michael Hepburn by a few tenths of a second to take the opening prologue stagae of the Royal Smilde Olympia's Tour in the Netherlands.
WAIS Cyclists Win World Championship Gold in Apeldoorn
Australia's cyclists have capped off a phenomenal week of success with two more WAIS-AIS athletes adding their names to the Australian World Champion list from the 2011 UCI Track World Championships in Apeldoorn, The Netherlands.
Day Two Cycling World Champ Results
The Australian Cyclones have grabbed two gold medals and a bronze on day two of competition at the 2011 UCI Track World Championships in the Netherlands to move to the top of the table after eight of 19 events.
Durbridge Adds His Name as WAIS World Champion
Australia has enjoyed a golden start at the 2011 UCI Track World Championships in the Netherlands with victory over Russia in the men's teams pursuit final.
Seven WAIS Cyclists Named on World Champs Team
A record seven WAIS athletes have been named in Cycling Australia's Track World Championships team for this month's event in Apeldoorn, Netherlands.
WAIS Cyclists Compete at Manchester World Cup
WAIS cyclists have rounded out the 2010-11 UCI Track World Cup season in Manchester with some impressive results.
Proud Day for Junior WAIS Cyclist
Junior WAIS track sprint cyclist Allee Proud has been included in the 14 strong Australian under 19 team selected to contest the UCI Junior Track World Championships being staged in Moscow, Russia from 17 to 21 August.
WAIS Track Cyclists Manchester Bound
WAIS athletes Mel Hoskins, Bella King, Michael Freiberg and AIS-WAIS athlete Scott Sunderland have been selected to compete in February's Manchester UCI track World Cup event.
Triple Treat for Tomic
WAIS cyclist Josie Tomic extended her golden week at the Track National Championships in Sydney by winning a third title alongside WAIS teammates Mel Hoskins and Bella King in the women's team pursuit.
Tomic Wins National Crown
Western Australian Institute of Sport (WAIS-AIS) cyclist Josephine Tomic claimed her third Australian pursuit title last night with a dominant display in the final against elite debutant Amy Cure of Tasmania at the Track Nationals in Sydney.
Second Title for Tomic
Western Australian Institute of Sport cyclist Josephine Tomic has claimed her second gold medal of the championships adding the women's 25km points race title to the individual pursuit crown she won yesterday.
Dual Omnium Medals for WAIS Cycling Duo
WAIS athletes Melissa Hoskins and Isabella King have won WA's first medals at the 2011 Track Cycling National Championships in Sydney, winning silver and bronze respectively in the women's omnium.
WAIS Athletes Compete in Beijing World Cup
A bronze medal to WAIS-AIS cyclists Sarah Kent and Mel Hoskins in the team pursuit highlighted the recent UCI Track >
Meyer Wins Tour Down Under
WAIS-AIS cyclist Cameron Meyer has won the 2011 Santos Tour Down Under title by just two seconds after holding on in the final stage for a famous victory.
Leaders Jersey for Meyer
Cameron Meyer has sensationally taken the leader's jersey after winning stage four of the 2010 Santos Tour Down Under in South Australia, two days after suffering a heavy crash within a hundred meters of the finish line.
Meyer and Durbridge Shine in Ballarat
WAIS/AIS cyclist Cameron Meyer celebrated his 23rd birthday by successfully defending his Australian time trial crown at the 2011 Mars Cycling Australia Road National Championships in Learmonth today while fellow WAIS/AIS rider Luke Durbridge took the U23 men's gold medal.
Travis Meyer Plans for the Long Road
WAIS-AIS scholarship holder Travis Meyer has decided to abandon track racing to concentrate full time on the road. The 21 year-old will target stage races like the Eneco Tour in Belgium and the Netherlands, where the time trial stage and positioning is vital.
Meyer Wins World Cup Gold
Australia has finished on top of the UCI Track Cycling World Cup Classics standings after claiming four gold medals in a sensational finish to racing at Melbourne's Hisense Arena.
Cameron Meyer Wins Sir Hubert Opperman Medal
Western Australian Institute of Sport cyclist Cameron Meyer (WAIS-AIS) was tonight awarded the Sir Hubert 'Oppy' Opperman medal when he was named the Jayco 2010 Australian Cyclist of the Year at a gala ceremony at the Sofitel Melbourne on Collins.
WAIS Cyclists Start World Cup with a Bang
Reigning WAIS-AIS World Champions Josephine Tomic and Sarah Kent teamed with Kate Bates to claim the first gold medal of the opening round of the UCI Track Cycling World Cup Classics at Melbourne's Hisense Arena.
WAIS Cyclists Dominate Oceania Champs
WAIS athlete of the Year Cameron Meyer has capped a highly successful week with two race victories at the weekend Oceania Track Championships in Adelaide.
Freiberg Causes Upset at Perth Grand Prix
WAIS-AIS athlete Michael Freiberg created headlines at last weekend's Perth International Track Cycling Grand Prix at the Midvale Speeddome by upsetting pre-race favourite and dual points race world champion Cam Meyer for a shock win.
Five WAIS Cyclists Named in World Cup Squad
A formidable line up of Australian track cycling talent that includes five WAIS athletes will take on a host of international stars later this month for the Melbourne round of the 2010-2011 UCI Track Cycling World Cup Classics from Thursday 2 to Saturday 4 December.
Delhi2010 – Turbo Takes Bronze in Time-Trial
19 year-old WAIS-AIS athlete Luke Durbridge added a bronze medal in the men's road time trial to the tally to give the Australian cyclists a total of 21 medals made up of 14 gold, three silver and four bronze medals from Delhi.
Delhi2010 – WAIS Cyclists Do it Tough in Delhi
WAIS-AIS cyclists Cameron Meyer and Luke Durbridge both rode sacrificial rides to aid Australia's Allan Davis to gold in the men's road race on Sunday.
Delhi2010 – Meyer Claims Third Commonwealth Gold
WAIS-AIS world champion cyclist Cameron Meyer has underlined his emphatic reign over these Commonwealth Games with a commanding win in the men's 20km scratch race.
Delhi2010 – Track Gold Rush Continues for Aussies
The track cycling gold rush at the Delhi Commonwealth Games continued unabated on day four of competition with WAIS-AIS athletes Cameron Meyer and Michael Freiberg helping Australia to the teams pursuit title.
Delhi2010 – Gold for Meyer in Points Race Domination
WAIS-AIS cyclist Cameron Meyer has stamped his authority as the undisputed king of world points racing, with the 2010 and 2009 World Champion dominating the field on his way to a gold medal in Delhi on Wednesday evening.
Delhi2010 – WAIS Cyclists in Line for Further Gold in Delhi
Western Australian Institute of Sport cyclist Cameron Meyer has qualified with ease for tonight's 40km Points Race final at the New Delhi Commonwealth Games.
Delhi2010 – Gold for WAIS Athlete Scott Sunderland
Scott Sunderland has become the first Western Australian Institute of Sport athlete to win a gold medal at the 2010 >
Durbridge Becomes Youngest U23 World Champ Medallist
Western Australian Institute of Sport scholarship holder Luke Durbridge today got the Cyclones World Championships' campaign off to a sensational start with a silver medal performance in the under 23 men's time trial in Geelong.
Travis Meyer Withdraws from Commonwealth Games
WAIS-AIS cyclist Travis Meyer has announced he will not compete in the Commonwealth Games in New Delhi due to health concerns.
Durbridge Wins European Time Trial Event
Western Australian Institute of Sport cyclist Luke Durbridge claimed an impressive win in an elite U23 road time trial last >
WAIS Cyclists Return Home Junior World Champions
A track record that reads 40 medals and nine world champions since the Junior World Championships were introduced in 2005, would suggest that the Western Australian Institute of Sport's Cycling Program knows a thing or two about developing young talent.
Five WAIS Cyclists Named in Commonwealth Games Team
Five WAIS-AIS athletes have been named in the Australian Commonwealth Games cycling team for New Delhi.
Sarah Kent Blogs from the Netherlands
AIS-WAIS cyclist Sarah Kent has sent another update from sunny Holland, describing her trials and tribulations as she continues her rehab from injury.
Durbridge and Team Dominate Opening Stage
WAIS-AIS athlete Luke Durbridge and Team Jayco Skins dominated the opening stage of the Thuringen Rundfahrt in Germany winning the 23.7km team time trial by almost a minute.
Durbridge in Action in Norway
AIS-WAIS cyclist Luke Durbridge has helped his teammate Michale Matthews to a second consecutive stage win in the Ringerike Grand >
Meyer Brothers in Action for Professional Road Team
WAIS-AIS athlete Cam Meyer has produced a top quality ride to finish eighth in the closing stage time trial at the Giro d'Italia.
Durbridge Avoids Injury Toll in Olympia Tour
Team Jayco Skins had a day they'd rather forget on stage two of the Olympia's Tour in the Netherlands.The team >
Durbridge Makes Bold Impression in Tour Opener
WAIS-AIS cyclist Luke Durbridge has made an impressive international U23 Tour debut with a third place finish in the opening stage prologue of the Olympia's Tour in the Netherlands.
Cool Hand Luke Focused on Long Road
WAIS-AIS cyclist Luke Durbridge scored an impressive road victory in the recent Tour of Mersey in Tasmania, putting behind him the disappointment of narrowly missing out on selection for Worlds.
Benson Urges Cyclists to Take Next Step
Following Australia's dominant performance at this year's UCI Track World Championships in Copenhagen, Denmark, WAIS head coach Darryl Benson has urged his WAIS charges to keep focused on a bigger prize. Olympic glory in 2012.
Triple Crown Meyer Man of the Madison
WAIS-AIS cyclist Cameron Meyer has collected his third rainbow jersey teaming with Victoria's Leigh Howard to win the Madison at the UCI Track World Championships in Copenhagen, Denmark.
Meyer Helps Australia to Team Pursuit World Title
Australia has reclaimed bragging rights from Great Britain after a thrilling battle for gold in the men's 4km team pursuit at the UCI Track World Championships in Copenhagen, Denmark.
Kent and Tomic Reign Supreme in Denmark
The gold rush continued for Australia on day two of competition with victories in the women's team sprint and women's teams pursuit at the UCI Track World Championships in Copenhagen, Denmark.
Cam Meyer King of the Points Race
WAIS-AIS cycling star Cameron Meyer has won a second consecutive points race world championship after blitzing the field in the first day of competition at the 2010 Track World Championships in Denmark.
WAIS Athletes Prepare for Cycling World Champs
The Australian 'Cyclones' are in the final phase of preparation ahead of the UCI Track World Championships which get underway on Wednesday in Copenhagen, Denmark.
Strong WAIS Squad Headed for Cycling World Champs
Cycling Australia has announced the final 'Cyclones' team to represent Australia at next week's UCI Track World Championships. The Championships are being staged in Copenhagen, Denmark from 24 to 28 March.
Cycling Australia Release Long List for World Champs
Cycling Australia has released a long list of 19 athletes for the March 24-28 World Track Cycling Championships in Denmark.
WAIS Track Cyclists Bound for Manchester World Cup
WAIS athletes Mel Hoskins, Bella King, Michael Freiberg and AIS-WAIS athlete Scott Sunderland have been selected to compete in February's Manchester UCI track World Cup event.
WA Produce Medal Blitz to Finish Track Nationals
WAIS cycling athletes have finished the national track championships in Adelaide with a blaze of glory with the women's team pursuit gold highlighting the WA medal charge.
WAIS Teams Pursuit Win Silver in World Class Race
Day three of the National Track Championships saw some encouraging signs for West Australian Cycling.
Silver Medals for WAIS Pair
WAIS athletes scooped more medals in day two of the National Track Championships in Adelaide.
First Individual Senior Title for Super Kent
WAIS cyclist Sarah Kent kick-started WA's push for medals at the 2010 National Tack Championships in Adelaide yesterday when she claimed gold in the women's individual pursuit.
WAIS Cyclists Tipped for Medals at Track Nationals
A host of junior and elite World Champions will descend on Adelaide this week for the 2010 Australian Elite, U19 and Para-cycling Track Championships being staged at the Super-Drome from Tuesday 2 to Sunday 7 February.
World Cup Gold for WAIS Cyclists
WAIS cyclists helped Australia to three gold, four silver and three bronze medals in the final round of the UCI Track World Cup series in Beijing.
Benson Eyes Bright Start to 2010
WAIS Head cycling coach Darryl Benson believes the start of 2010 can shape a hectic year for the WAIS cycling program with five scholarship holders named to compete in this week's UCI World Cup event in Beijing.
Meyer Brothers Start 2010 with Stunning Double
WAIS/AIS cycling siblings Cameron and Travis Meyer have kick started their 2010 campaigns with a golden double at the Scody Australian Open Road Championships held just south of Ballarat.
WAIS Cyclists Win World Cup Gold
WAIS athletes Cameron Meyer and Luke Durbridge have helped Australia claim bragging rights over Great Britain in the team pursuit at the Melbourne round of the UCI Track World Cup with a newly minted quartet winning gold in an Australian All-comers record time.
WAIS Cyclists Claim World Cup Gold
WAIS World Champion Cameron Meyer and Team Jayco sprinter Scott Sunderland have given Australia a strong start to the UCI Track World Cup event in Melbourne.
WAIS Cyclists Listed for Major Awards
The Western Australian Institute of Sport has earned eight nominations for the Jayco 2009 Australian Cyclist of the Year Awards after another stellar year of performances on road, track and BMX.
WAIS Five Selected for Melbourne World Cup
Five Western Australian Institute of Sport cyclists have been selected for the UCI Track World Cup event to be held in Melbourne on November 19-21.
Tomic and Meyer Delight Home Crowd in Perth Track Event
WAIS cycling world champions Josie Tomic and Cameron Meyer headlined the 2009 Perth International Track Cycling Grand Prix on Saturday night at the Midvale SpeedDome in front of 2000 people.
Tomic Claims Silver at Manchester World Cup
Western Australian Institute of Sport cyclists Josie Tomic and Scott Sunderland have both been in action at the UCI world cup event in Manchester over the weekend, with Tomic picking up a silver medal in the individual pursuit.
Durbridge Claims Third Place in Tour of Tas
WAIS cyclist Luke Durbridge has continued his excellent 2009 form by adding a third place finish in the Tour of >
Turbo Durbo Tears Up Tour of Tas
WAIS Junior World Champion cyclist Luke Durbridge has claimed the second stage of the Tour of Tasmania after out lasting >
Meyer Competes in Switzerland
WAIS Junior World Champion cyclist Travis Meyer has competed in the U23 time trial at the 2009 UCI Road Cycling >
Travis Meyer to Compete in U23 Road World Champs
WAIS cyclist Travis Meyer will compete this week in the Under 23 time trial at the 2009 UCI Road World >
WAIS Pair Listed in UCI Road Champs Squad for Switzerland
Cycling Australia has released an extended squad for this month's UCI Road World Championships in Mendrisio, Switzerland. AIS-WAIS scholarship holders >
Madison Man Durbridge Turns Pain into Gain
WAIS junior cyclist Luke Durbridge continued his incredible campaign at the 2009 UCI Junior World Championships adding a second gold >
Three Gold as WAIS Cyclists Dominate in Moscow
The WAIS cycling program has continued its phenomenal 2009 form with three WAIS scholarship holders claiming gold medals at the >
Durbridge Adds Silver to World Champ Collection
Young WAIS cycling star Luke Durbridge has collected a silver medal in the team pursuit final at the Junior Cycling >
“Happy” Michaela a Junior World Champ
West Australian Institute of Sport young gun Michaela Anderson has given WAIS a second gold medal at the UCI Junior >
Turbo Durbo Claims Gold in Moscow
West Australian Institute of Sport cyclist Luke Durbridge has launched the Australian medal charge by winning the gold medal in >
Tomic and Kent Continue Dutch Tour
WAIS cyclists Josie Tomic and Sarah Kent have continued their busy schedule of racing in The Netherlands with another four >
Tomic Continues Good Form in Holland
WAIS cyclist Josie Tomic has continued to perform well on the road in The Netherlands recording a victory in Obdam >
Tomic in Fine Form in Holland
WAIS/AIS cyclist Josie Tomic has started her stint in The Netherlands with two good results in one day races over >
Meyer Sixth in Road Time-Trial in Tour de Suisse
AIS-WAIS athlete Cameron Meyer has up staged a host of cycling's biggest names in finishing sixth in the ninth and >
Meyer and Semple Compete in International Thuringen Tour
WAIS-AIS cyclists Travis Meyer and Adam Semple have completed the U23 International Thuringen Tour in Germany as part of the >
Tomic Shortlisted for individuum Academy of Dreams Grant
Brilliant young WAIS cyclist Josie Tomic has been shortlisted for a $25,000 scholarship through the individuum 2009/10 Academy of Dreams >
Tenth Place Finish for Travis Meyer in Tour of Japan
AIS-WAIS cyclist Travis Meyer has finished tenth overall in the Tour of Japan with his Team AIS finishing second in >
Travis Meyer Well Placed in Tour of Japan
AIS-WAIS athlete Travis Meyer has continued his strong form in the Tour of Japan with the cyclist finishing the third >
Meyer’s Giro d’Italia Aprenticeship Continues
AIS-WAIS cyclist Cam Meyer has continued his road apprenticeship in the Giro d'Italia, riding a 46th place finish in his >
Meyer Makes his Mark in Giro d’Italia
WAIS scholarship holder Cam Meyer has made a strong start in his first Giro d'Italia with team Garmin-Slipstream, helping two >
WAIS U-19’s Record Good Results at Road Nationals
WAIS athletes returned some encouraging results from the recent Australian Under 19 Road Championships in Murwillumbah, Queensland. WAIS cyclist Luke >
Durbridge Takes Tour of Mersey U19 Win
Whilst many Australians enjoyed a long weekend to celebrate Easter, WAIS' younger generation were competing through the picturesque settings of >
World Champ Gold for Tomic
Western Australian Institute of Sport cyclist Josie Tomic has become the latest WAIS world champion, after the 19 year-old claimed >
Bronze Medal for Tomic and Kent in Poland
Western Australian Institute of Sport teenage duo Josie Tomic and Sarah Kent have won a bronze medal in the women's >
Cam Meyer Wins World Championship Gold
Western Australian Institute of Sport cyclist Cameron Meyer has become the fifth cyclist in the Institute's history to win a >
WAIS High Five in Cyclones Squad
Cycling Australia has named its squad for the UCI Track Cycling World Championships that are to be held from March >
WAIS Cyclists Heading for Russia with Love
Three WAIS cycling athletes have this week been named in the Australian track team for the Junior World Championships. Michaela >
Benson Predicts Bright Future for WAIS Cyclists
Having just arrived home after one of WA's best ever showings at the National Track Championships, it's not surprising WAIS >
WAIS Cyclists Dominate at the National Track Champs
Tomic, Kent and Hoskins ride WA to victory (CyclingAustralia) Western Australian Institute of Sport cyclists completed a mesmeric campaign at >
WAIS Stars Help WA to Southcott Cup
Cameron Meyer, Travis Meyer, Luke Durbridge and Michael Freiberg with the Southcott Cup (Cycling Australia) Western Australian Institute of >
WAIS Cyclists Revel in Medal Successes
Picture courtesy of Cycling Australia WAIS cyclists has returned an astonishing glut of medals after the first night >
GB World Champs Head West to Train with WAIS Cycling Squad
WAIS cycling athletes have received a huge boost ahead of their preparations for this week's Australian Track Championships in Adelaide >
Tomic Competes in Beijing UCI World Cup
WAIS cyclist Josie Tomic competed in the Beijing UCI World Cup over the weekend riding in the points race and >
Meyer Enjoys Safe Start to Tour Down Under
WAIS cyclist Cam Meyer has finished in the main bunch sprint at the culmination of stage one of the 2009 >
Medals Galore for WAIS Track Cyclists
WAIS cycling athletes Mel Hoskins, Michaela Anderson and Luke Durbridge all picked up medals yesterday at the 2009 Australian Youth >
Kent Claims Silver in Open Road Champs
WAIS athlete Sarah Kent rounded out a hugely successful Open Road Championships in Ballarat, Victoria on Saturday by claiming a >
Time Trial Gold for Tomic as WAIS Stars Shine
WAIS cyclist Josie Tomic starred on the first day of the Australian Open Road Championships in Ballarat, Victoria yesterday. Tomic added >
Meyer Wins Silver at Open Road Champs
WAIS athlete Cameron Meyer has heralded his first week as a senior elite cyclist with a silver medal in the >
Tomic Earns Podium at Bay Crits Classic
Triple world junior champion Josie Tomic has finished in second place in the Jayco Cycling Bay Criterium series this week, >
Sunderland Wins UCI Track Silver
WAIS cyclist Scott Sunderland has helped his Team Toshiba outfit to the top of the team sprint standings after a >
Silver Lining for WAIS Cyclists at Melbourne World Cup
WAIS athletes completed a successful World Cup cycling campaign in Melbourne with Scott Sunderland, Cam Meyer, Josie Tomic and Sarah >
Meyer Wins Oceania Championship Points Race
WAIS cyclist Cameron Meyer last weekend won the points race at the Oceania Track Cycling Championships in dramatic style after >
WAIS Cycling Athletes and Coach Earn Award Nominations
WAIS athletes and Coach Darryl Benson have earned nominations in Cycling Australia's 2008 Cyclist of the Year Awards. The Awards >
WAIS Cyclists Burn the Speed Dome Boards
WAIS athletes produced some impressive results at last weekend's 2008 International Track Grand Prix at the Midvale Speed Dome. Beijing >
WAIS Cyclists Selected for Cyclones
Four WAIS athletes have been named in the Cycling Australia 'Cyclones' team that will contest the Melbourne round of >
WAIS Cycling Legend Calls it a Day
WAIS cycling legend Peter Dawson has decided to quit professional cycling to focus more time on his young family. Dawson, >
WAIS Athletes Named in National Training Squad
Six WAIS cyclists have been named in the National training squad, vying for selection for the up coming UCI Track World >
Cam Meyer Wins Bronze at Road World Champs
WAIS cyclist Cameron Meyer has collected the bronze medal in the U23 time trial at the 2008 UCI road cycling >
Durbridge and Kent Win Medals in Cape Town
The Western Australian Institute of Sport's up and coming track cyclists have produced a fine display in Cape Town, South >
WA Athletes Bound for Beijing
The Australian Olympic Committee's announcement today of the Cycling and Equestrian Sections of the 2008 Australian Olympic Team has seen >
Cycling Australia Names Beijing Squad
Cycling Australia has released its squad of 28 athletes that it intends to nominate for the 2008 Beijing Games. The >
Bayley Pre-nominated for Beijing
AIS/WAIS cyclist Ryan Bayley has today been pre-nominated by Cycling Australia to appear in his second Olympics at Beijing. Bayley >
Meyer Claims Tour of Japan
WAIS cyclist Cameron Meyer has taken out the Tour of Japan heading his SouthAustralia.com-AIS outfit that also claimed victory in >
Meyer Moves Second in Tour of Japan
WAIS cyclist and Olympic hopeful Cameron Meyer has finished second in the second stage of the Tour of Japan. Riding >
Travis Meyer Takes Out Tour of Berlin
WAIS cyclist Travis Meyer has continued his impressive form in Europe after winning the Tour of Berlin in Germany this >
Durbridge Under-19 Road Champ
WAIS rider Luke Durbridge has enjoyed a successful Under-19 Road Race campaign in Murwillumbah, NSW after the debutant claimed victory >
Meyer Brothers Compete in Giro delle Regioni
WAIS cyclists Cameron and Travis Meyer have both placed in the top twenty of the Giro delle Regioni (Italy) after >
Travis Meyer Competing in Italy
WAIS cyclist Travis Meyer has made a fine start to his European season with some encouraging results in the Belvedere >
Cycling Track World Championships Review
WAIS cyclists have missed out on medals but continued to step up their preparations for the 2008 Beijing Games after >
WAIS Cyclists Heading For World Championships
Cycling Australia has named its team for the 2008 Track Cycling World Championships which are being staged in Manchester, England >
Three Cyclists Selected in Track World Championship Team
Three WAIS/AIS cyclists have been selected in the 'Cyclones' Australian Track Cycling team for the upcoming UCI Track Cycling World Championships. >
WAIS/AIS Cyclists Bring Home Gold in Track World Cup
WAIS/AIS cyclists brought home three gold and a bronze for Australia from the UCI Track World Cup 3 in Los >