Proud Ben Healy is ready for some rest and relaxation
Wordsley cycling star Ben Healy said he was looking forward to a “good holiday” after his bid for an Olympic medal fell just short.
The 23-year-old, who races for Ireland, finished 10th in Saturday’s road race, four seconds behind bronze medallist Christophe Laporte of France.
Aggressive Healy led the race for more than 30 miles after a bold attack but saw his advantage erased by the brilliant Belgian Remco Evenepoel, who went on to claim gold.
Healy remained in contention for a podium spot right up until the finish and later expressed pride in his performance.
The former Summerhill student has experienced a hectic summer, having recently raced in his first Tour de France.
