Pedalling into unknown?
Inspirational: JCL Team Ukyo rider Matteo Malucelli (fourth left) celebrating with teammates after winning the Stage 8 of Le Tour de Langkawi (LTdL) in Bintulu last year. — IZZRAFIQ ALIAS/The Star
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