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Hey Guys, another update. Austin was one of the first people I called after getting hurt. We're buddies and talk/ride together fairly regularly. I let him know what was up and wanted to confirm that he was staying in Europe for the next month like I thought he was. He's racing Maribor this weekend and isn't planning on coming back home until after the WC in Switzerland next month either way. That was good news as he's easily ready to go if I pull out. I also contacted USAC to make sure they get him everything he needs to compete...

going to a world cup is never a wasted effort : )

I'll just flat ask the question... With how close WCs are to Maribor, at what point does Gwin give his spot up? If he can't race this weekend, but somehow can be at full strength at WCs, more power to him. Love to see him crush it. However, that seems unlikely, no? ...a hobbled Gwin is not exactly in the spirit of the "US team". Isn't it selfish? Especially with up and comers waiting in the wings. Tough situation, but with COVID, Europe, mental prep etc. its not something where he should drag his feet imo. Unless its some weird...

I think the proper thing to do in this instance, is to put Austin Dooley back on the team. This isn’t going to be Gwin’s year; do the right thing, and remove yourself from the team. Come back healthy next year, and show us what you got.

Guess all this could have been pointless

Gwin imo should of remained out. Hes not going to place well and he had the last almost 15 years to get a rainbow jersey. No disrespect but the jig is up.

This is terrible. I can't imagine having your dream seemingly come true, and then having the rug pulled out from under you. Austin, if you're reading this, keep your head up. You're only getting faster, and you'll soon be a mainstay on this team. Regarding Gwin's claims, are they true and did USAC simply accidentally break someone's heart, or is his claim that petitioning isn't necessary untrue? Also, does USAC have any mechanism that allows them to petition for an additional spot? If so, they owe it to Austin to try that route.

Lucky for Mulally he has an experienced team manager that was on top of getting his petition submitted... Oh wait.. nope...theory does not check out.

turn the OANN off for a day or two this is a biking forum

Maybe he stepped aside to let the up and comers have a chance instead of going to a race he doesn't feel ready for or something? My best guess. On a side note, stoked to see the local kid, Dylan Maples, get picked for the junior squad. Dumb fast and a super nice dude to boot.

Make the courses more twisty. Job done.