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    Premier Mike Rann said Evans' confirmation was a "great coup for South Australia". "This may be the only chance to ever see two legends, in Lance Armstrong and Cadel Evans, compete against one another on Australian soil" he said. The State Government is negotiating with BMC, a Professional Continental team, to officially sign off on details of the wild card. Full Article at Adelaide Now
    This may be the only chance to ever see two legends, in Lance Armstrong and Cadel Evans, compete against one another on Australian soil
    SOURCE: Adelaide Now 3 weeks ago
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  1. It's a privilege to be able to present my new jersey and my new BMC Racing Team to the Australian public and the rest of the world at the Santos Tour Down Under in January
    SOURCE: Adelaide Now 3 weeks ago

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