Steve Peat Breaks DH World Cup Victory Record

By Kurt Hoy
Published May. 25, 2009
Updated Dec. 2, 2011 at 9:20 AM UTC

World Cup downhill mountain biker Steve Peat has continued to up the ante this season by taking the overall points lead and the historic 16 World Cup win record from the storied Nicolas Vouilloz. At 35, Peat has showed no signs of slowing down and, in fact, keeps getting better with two victories in three events in 2009.

“Folks might have to stop calling Peaty “old school” now. I nominate “Peaty fresh” as a suitable alternative. Mmmmm, fresh peat …”

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