Troy Brosnan Wins Australia National Series #3 by karl-burkat

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twigme (Feb 4, 2012 at 21:09)

If i were Sam, this would be messing with my confidence a little.

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takeiteasyridehard (Feb 4, 2012 at 21:14) (Below Threshold) show comment

Sam hill is so 1989....

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takeiteasyridehard (Feb 4, 2012 at 21:16) (Below Threshold) show comment

by that I mean really badass, but in a last decade's sorta way....

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hustler Plus (Feb 4, 2012 at 21:25)

Sam Hill taking the Nationals seriously is like an F1 driver taking NASCAR seriously.

Taane (Feb 4, 2012 at 21:30)

if you read/watch some interviews you realize that he wants the top spot.

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hoolydooly (Feb 4, 2012 at 21:57)

If you read the news paper article hes just getting back into the swing of racing. Everyone should just stop judging him and let his riding speak for itself when the WC's come around.

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i-ride-on-dirt (Feb 4, 2012 at 23:21)

I don't think Sam is doing poorly, Troy is just raising the bar

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Taane (Feb 5, 2012 at 0:17)

^ agreeeeeed! finely someone with some sense!

Larkey1 (Feb 5, 2012 at 2:45)

http://swatto.pinkbike.com/album/Stromlo-National-Series-3/?page=2

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adidasss (Feb 5, 2012 at 4:05)

Its obviously that Hill treat Nationals as a warm up before WC season, he wont take risk too much cuz he cant & wont miss another season because of injury.

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eddie-jordan (Feb 5, 2012 at 4:40)

Exactly. The bar rise is now 30mm...

themagicturtle (Feb 5, 2012 at 5:06)

He'll be back on top, come WC Big Grin

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bryantaber (Feb 5, 2012 at 5:47)

This is just another example of how the public loves to build a person up and then tear him down again when a new and exciting person comes along. Everybody needs to settle down a little and see this for what it is. Sam's first real race back after nearly 2 seasons off. And he came in a close second behind a fresh, young, hungry, healthy WC prospect in Troy B. For shit's sake give Hill some credit. The juniors are fast and fearless and SHill has had to overcome a lot of nagging injuries. 27 is not old and it doesn't mean he is washed up. LOOK at it this way..Given his health and momentem carried from the World Chmpionships,Troy was the clear favorite, and he only beat an aging rusty SH by 1.8 secs. One thing for sure is that this season is gonna be incredible if the big dogs can stay healthy. Don't forget that they are teammates and Sam has been more or less his mentor for the last year and half along with B-dog.

extrememtb (Feb 5, 2012 at 6:02)

Look at it this way, the tracks are flat campared to the majoritory or WC tracks (forget about PMB). In the canberra WCs and Worlds of 08 and 09, Sam, in top form, didnt even podium, a good few seconds back to people who won (using clips too). A super-healthy 19/20yo Troy heats him by just 2 seconds using clips on a pdedally track. Sam will probably raise his game after PMB this year when we get to Val Di Sol. I think the title hunt will be between Gwinny/Troy/Sam/Gee/Minnaar.

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bryantaber (Feb 5, 2012 at 6:10)

You forgot the Brits most important prospect. HART!!!

hugslyh (Feb 5, 2012 at 6:37)

woow to HART!! ^^ im looking forwade to this season a load of talented riders from every corner of the planet (i dont get that saying the earth doesnt have corners...?)

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bryantaber (Feb 5, 2012 at 6:40)

you're right....thankfully the world is bermed:-)

JonathanCarre (Feb 5, 2012 at 7:57)

Lots of good riders to look forward to next year in addition to those mentioned. What about Brook Macdonald, Brendawg is looking fitter and fitter and hopefully will be able to mount a serious challenge. Never write off Marc Beaumont, I think GT may be a good place for him this year. The spotlight will be off him and on the Athertons, a little less pressure at GT may do him the world of good.
There are a number of riders who are able to up their game on the day, and somebody may come from relative obscurity and surprise everybody (remember Gwin?). Only time will tell.

iainmac-1 (Feb 5, 2012 at 8:05)

I would like Brendon Fairclough to win a WC. He said so himself, he doesn't just want to be known for pulling a whip here and there. Nonetheless, he's a sick rider!

trevads (Feb 5, 2012 at 8:38)

very impressed with Troy - good attitude and seems older than his years. 2012 should be an awesome year for him whether he wins World Cups or not.

demo8jack (Feb 5, 2012 at 11:45)

every race should be taken seriously, if your not taking it seriously then whats the point in racing in the first place? if i race, i race to win.

Cusalabanjura (Feb 5, 2012 at 11:51)

correct , hill will be back

Chris-the-Ripper (Feb 5, 2012 at 16:44)

Reading the title i wondered which Sam they were talking about, i am proud of you Troy!

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wilson12359 (Feb 4, 2012 at 23:02)

Even when Sam Hill was winning world cups early on in his career by ridiculous margins he wasn't winning many national rounds, just shows that he isn't that suited to the flatter tracks in the Australian national rounds compared to that of the WC. I'm not saying that Troy isn't going to do as well if not better than Sam come the WC, but i think Sams nationals results are no reason to right him off for the following season.

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ebobc (Feb 4, 2012 at 21:21)

Gwin is a beast but he needs to watch out for Troy

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freerideglory (Feb 5, 2012 at 0:23)

It's Danny Hart's turn this year.

cikudh (Feb 5, 2012 at 0:36)

Danny surely on fire ....... Now things become exciting ,, hope nothing goes wrong with broadcas!

cikudh (Feb 5, 2012 at 0:40)

Pretty much want to see , how boXXer guys take on Fox40

Poutiainen (Feb 5, 2012 at 0:56)

So. Syndicate and CG and? Switching from RS to FOX. why? No factory rock-shox at wc anymore?

WolfRidge08 (Feb 5, 2012 at 3:31)

Apart from monster energy specialised.....and devinci......and giant.

GabrielDugas (Feb 5, 2012 at 7:38)

steve smith turn.

downhillonaharo (Feb 5, 2012 at 10:16)

"how can he sit down with balls so big"

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Goatryder (Feb 5, 2012 at 0:59)

Wanted to take a picture of Tracey Hannah ... but she was too damn fast Smile

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wesdadude (Feb 4, 2012 at 21:16)

Going to be a flawless season for Troy?

freerideglory (Feb 6, 2012 at 10:05)

No doubt the kid's quick, however, he will meet one problem this year. Danny Hart is looking for the win, and he'll pull out all the stops to get it! Smile

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andyd2506 (Feb 5, 2012 at 6:27)

I have always said this kid would go a long way and i'm the first to admit i know very little about DH but i knew he would do well he is going to be the one to look out for this year you wait, but that said it's the australian nationals sam won't be smashing it out yet it's early in the season. but as always just my opinion. Smile

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Carnival (Feb 5, 2012 at 5:50)

This series are just a warm up for Sam, he cant miss a full season by an injury again.

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MtTaylor (Feb 4, 2012 at 23:54)

I was there and I loved it disapointing that there were a few riders that stacked or had flats but all the riders had heaps of skills

Goatryder (Feb 5, 2012 at 0:41)

Hot and dusty, just the way we like it in Canberra. One dude in practice went OTB on the last jump landing on his head. Got up and all he could repeatedly say was "what the f@#$ just happened?".

downhilladdict (Feb 5, 2012 at 6:06)

that sir, is a concussion

MtTaylor (Feb 7, 2012 at 2:30)

Nah in Canberra nobody gets concussion the trails are just so sick that no matter what happens people will always be left saying what the F@#$ just happened

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Scythe888 (Feb 6, 2012 at 2:59)

Reading Troy's blog he even mentioned he was going all out, Rd two. I just hope he dosent get his bubble popped when Sam beats him come world cup. Especially if he is gauging his success with beating Sam in the national rounds.

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MrNigel (Feb 5, 2012 at 6:10)

Has anyone not noticed that Sam is closing the gap nicely? He's coming into form just at the right time. Troy will be starting the uci knowing that anything less than 3rd place will be a disappointment, he really has his tail up.

jclnv (Feb 5, 2012 at 8:09)

You do realise this is Troy's first year as a senior... He would put half a minute into Sam if he was the same age. The kid is on another level.

Geodood (Feb 5, 2012 at 8:51)

Raises a good question about at what age does a DH racer peak. Physically a 27 year old man can be significantly stronger than a 19 year old, but whether that means a faster racer is unclear as we see some very slight builds go fast (troy, hart etc). Also it seems that most men undergo a change in their risk assessment sometime between these ages, which may be more significant.

Maybe the young riders really are the next level of riding technique, or perhaps we simply see their fearlessness reflected in the times.

joeofhamsterley (Feb 5, 2012 at 11:44)

good coment but look at peaty still fast as hell and danny hart/troy brosnan equally if not quicker on tech and big courses ie fortbill n montstanne gwins what 24 /23 all youve got to admit bloody fast on two wheels , think its the riders personal peak n not as an age group but will be interestin to see how the times alter over a few seasons

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stikmanglaspell (Feb 5, 2012 at 12:14)

Funny comments here as usual. Big props to TLD's Troy and Sam, stoked for those boys to both be killing it. Sam has rarely done a full aussie series, so big accomplishment for him to be doing all this early season work for the fans and for himself. Sam has never slaughtered people at the aussie rounds, but then has gone on to destroy at the world cups, so all the Hill-aters can scratch. One thing is certain, they are both riding great, having fun, loving their bikes, gear and equip.

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andytheaussie (Feb 4, 2012 at 22:57)

Hope Connor can carry his form into the World Cup season. The kid's damn fast.

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heavyp (Feb 5, 2012 at 17:01)

Sam had a mechanical in this race a few spectators have commented on a forum over here saying they saw him free wheeling and trying to peddle but his mech was not playing ball, it apparently sorted its self out so managed to finish. Troy is on the money but I personally thing that Sam is saving himself and not wanted to go stupid and risk another injury as both his shoulders are damaged from those big off, by the second world cup he will be on the podium.

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ship-it-fed-ex (Feb 4, 2012 at 23:17)

Troy has allways been a strong pedaller and these tracks suite him very well he will continue to dominate. Consistant Sam is non existant maybe hes learned from his mistakes and being conservative will be his tactic until he gets on the world cup where it all really matters.

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Samarius (Feb 5, 2012 at 6:34)

think Troy has a few world cup podiums/champs/and world cup overalls to win before he is the big dog in that team. just sayin'...

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mr-smashy (Feb 4, 2012 at 21:31)

Or he's just trying to save himself for the WC's. Will find out when the 1st WC comes along.

Goatryder (Feb 5, 2012 at 2:07)

I think the real question is whether the other teams are getting worried? If Troy doesn't win the race Sam will. Specialized might dominate this year.

bryantaber (Feb 5, 2012 at 5:59)

I am pretty sure the World cup teams are not worried. TWR and Giant Racing to name 2. Do not let your excitement blur things. Most of the World's talent wasn't even at this event. The top 2 Aussie riders did exactly what they were expected to do. They came in 1st and second. Home field, ya know.

JonathanCarre (Feb 5, 2012 at 8:01)

Also can't wait to see what GT can achieve this year.

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allan-taylor64 (Feb 4, 2012 at 21:25)

Is this the 3rd nationals round troy had won?

speedy-rider (Feb 4, 2012 at 22:22)

Yeap he's won round 1, 2 and 3

JaseZ (Feb 5, 2012 at 1:57)

He'll probably win champs in a few weeks, then round 4 after that...

TheGravityProject-Magnus (Feb 5, 2012 at 2:25)

so at this moment in time it seems troy is the best rider in Australia.

JonathanCarre (Feb 5, 2012 at 7:59)

The best on the Australian tracks maybe, but the WC tracks are a world away (no pun intended) from the Aussie tracks.

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BikkerEric Plus (Feb 4, 2012 at 21:39)

Way to go Troy! Hope to see him on top of a world cup podium this year.

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me-nrj (Feb 5, 2012 at 10:09)

In all its gonna make the WC series in 2012 one of the most competitive seasons ever.

Can easy see 20 different riders getting podiums this season.

Overall i would not call

Protour (Feb 6, 2012 at 20:38)

I count at least 25 racers with podium potential; Gwin, GeeA, Minnar, Hart, Brosnan, SSmith, Brook MacDonald, Cam Cole, Lehikonen, Peaty, S Hill, Beaumont, Mick Hannah, BrenDawg, Kovarik, CG, Pascal, Spagnolo, Sam Blenky, justin Leov, Neethling, Strbel, Beer, Ropelato, Cathro, Thiron, Reid...

But no doubt Gwin will win the overall, he has no weakness.

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jrjess (Feb 5, 2012 at 9:01)

Sam is just letting Troy win and having some wins in his pocket before tearing everything apart in the coming WC Season!!! This is the real truth about it all!!

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dannyboi (Feb 5, 2012 at 4:01)

sam has only just got back on the bike. give him time. he will bring himself back in. no time. WC will tell us all,
true that troy is a machine tho! fair play to the kid want to see how well he does in the WC! Smile

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cikudh (Feb 4, 2012 at 22:11)

Pretty sure Danny is on for the wc battle !

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NoahColorado (Feb 4, 2012 at 21:46)

Connor Fearon 3rd overall, yeah boy!

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bryantaber (Feb 5, 2012 at 6:05)

This is just another example of how the public loves to build a person up and then tear him down again when a new and exciting person comes along. Everybody needs to settle down a little and see this for what it is. Sam's first real race back after nearly 2 seasons off. And he came in a close second behind a fresh, young, hungry, healthy WC prospect in Troy B. For shit's sake give Hill some credit. The juniors are fast and fearless and SHill has had to overcome a lot of nagging injuries. 27 is not old and it doesn't mean he is washed up. LOOK at it this way..Given his health and momentem carried from the World Chmpionships,Troy was the clear favorite, and he only beat an aging rusty SH by 1.8 secs. One thing for sure is that this season is gonna be incredible if the big dogs can stay healthy. Don't forget that they are teammates and Troy has benefitted greatly from riding with one of the most exciting riders over the last 10 years.

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teamdoa (Feb 5, 2012 at 3:36)

They are both on the same team, 1 and 2, yeah Sam will want to be 1st, but all that matters is advertising, and at the moment they are doing a pretty damn good job of that.

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Rhomzzz Plus (Feb 4, 2012 at 21:13)

Yeah Troy keeping it pinned like always!! Keep it up!

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japage (Feb 4, 2012 at 21:34)

I reckon Sam is not given'er yet.

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gooberx (Feb 6, 2012 at 14:48)

sam was fat coming into this season, he should have been in shape. Also, troy wants it more...

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leo-jing (Feb 5, 2012 at 5:18)

Support Sam Hill

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hexhamstu (Feb 5, 2012 at 1:36)

No one pointing out that the fastest junior would have podiumed in the mens category. Madness.

bryantaber (Feb 5, 2012 at 6:02)

yup, You are starting to see this more and more. Seems that young talent is being supported at younger ages. So long as you see the major corporate bike companies supporting Dh, it's a trend that will continue.

JonathanCarre (Feb 5, 2012 at 8:02)

You mean except the article itself?

hexhamstu (Feb 5, 2012 at 11:39)

Well aye obviously the article, I meant everyone bleeting on about who is better, Sam Hill or Troy Brosnan. Every single time the results come out for the Australian National the same shite gets written. It's boring as f*ck.

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neimbc (Feb 5, 2012 at 4:29)

Sam second fiddle to the kid? 'm sure he's pinning it and saying WTF Troy!!

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flamshmizer (Feb 5, 2012 at 4:12)

Tracey is well above the womens pace, and not that far off the mens. I think she might have a killer season too.

bigheaddoug (Feb 5, 2012 at 8:19)

Ya, it's great to see Tracey back on the bike and killing it.

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barros (Feb 5, 2012 at 8:05)

Troy ripping the track again!

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hardtaildh08 (Feb 5, 2012 at 0:35)

Troy is just dominating this series by the looks of it.

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niklas100 (Feb 6, 2012 at 8:11)

good luck Troy Brosnan!!! Big Grin

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Chamakazi (Feb 4, 2012 at 21:32)

YEAH TODD!

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Bardyhardyy (Feb 5, 2012 at 4:27)

Connor Fearon 3th overall !

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phillywa (Feb 4, 2012 at 23:58)

Yeah go todd, Yeoowww!!!

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samhill2011 (Feb 5, 2012 at 3:19)

Cosa suggede a sam ? Si fa superare da troy già da 3 round

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GekoES (Feb 7, 2012 at 17:43)

Connor Fearon is just amazing, his time would be 3rd O_O

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daunjilero (Feb 6, 2012 at 6:59)

i think Sam is bluffing

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snowtrooperjr (Feb 4, 2012 at 21:52)

Damn Sam better get on it

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LukeJack (Feb 5, 2012 at 7:51)

Troy is gonna win everything this year!

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airsoftesneeto (Feb 5, 2012 at 2:03)

guys get off the sam hill train, lets be honest here he is losing to his teammate, no ifs ands or buts about it. He is in 2nd not first and what i like to call "first loser" get off the sam hill band wagon and lets give Troy Brosnan some much needed props for putting one of the best downhill racers, sam hill, in 2nd place

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TheGravityProject-Magnus (Feb 5, 2012 at 2:24)

typical american.

Bennyy4x (Feb 5, 2012 at 3:56)

yEaHHH GwiIINN YeeaAAAHH USA USA USA USA

TheGravityProject-Magnus (Feb 5, 2012 at 4:12)

God bless America

ScaryGerry (Feb 5, 2012 at 7:28)

Typical racist Brit trio... stupidest comment I've heard in a long time on PB right there.

TheGravityProject-Magnus (Feb 5, 2012 at 8:50)

theres only two of us. more of a Duo.

ScaryGerry (Feb 5, 2012 at 12:50)

More chance that the stupidest comment goes to you then right?

TheGravityProject-Magnus (Feb 5, 2012 at 13:45)

your the one that cant count hahaha.

ScaryGerry (Feb 6, 2012 at 6:43)

HAHAHAHA.....f*g

TheGravityProject-Magnus (Feb 6, 2012 at 10:50)

silly person

ScaryGerry (Feb 6, 2012 at 11:04)

your damn right I am

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csermonet (Feb 4, 2012 at 22:53)

I think Sam has officially taken a back seat to Troy. Only time will tell when the WC season starts. Assuming he doesn't injure himself again. But then if he does, in my opinion that makes Troy a better rider still. I also still stand by Gwin. He will dominate this season again in a fashion similar to last year.

thewho07 (Feb 5, 2012 at 2:39)

To be honest, I think it will be completely different this year. Gwin dominated last year, no one could touch him. I think all the other top riders will have learn't a lesson, and this year they will be ready for Gwin.

maxeponken (Feb 5, 2012 at 5:25)

Ryan Villopoto dominated last year and this year he's kinda off. I think the same will happen to Gwin.

JonathanCarre (Feb 5, 2012 at 8:02)

If Sam injures himself that makes Troy a better rider?

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kelownakonarider (Feb 4, 2012 at 21:11)

yea hate to say it but it almost seems that sam`s time is done of always being the best

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foesbeforehoes (Feb 4, 2012 at 22:14)

Hate to say it but sam hill's time is done of always being the best

ScaryGerry (Feb 5, 2012 at 12:52)

2 seconds behind Troy is pretty freaking good... Troy ain't no shlub...

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