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Published online 13 September 2001 | Nature | doi:10.1038/news010913-13

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Cyclists sent packing

Predicting packs could make races fairer.

A new model that predicts whether racing athletes will form into packs could make for fairer contests in cycling, orienteering and triathlon events.

Races in which competitors form packs can be won or lost on the final sprint.

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