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200713 minGdocumentary

Standing Start

200713 minGdocumentary

An Olympic cyclist faces fear and adrenaline as they compete on the world stage, seeking meaning in the intensity of the sport.

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Adrian McDowall,

Finlay Pretsell

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An Olympic cyclist faces fear and adrenaline as they compete on the world stage, seeking meaning in the intensity of the sport.

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Adrian McDowalldirector

Finlay Pretselldirector

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'Man, a being in search of meaning' we experience the fear, adrenaline and power of an Olympic cyclist going into battle on the world stage.

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