GLENHUNTLY sprinter Leigh Phelan continued his winning streak in Sunday night's battle for the City of Greater Bendigo Thousand (120m) sprint classic at the Bendigo International Madison.
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Victorious in the Geelong Gift, Phelan reigned supreme in Bendigo's great race.
The 39-year-old started off 10.75m and won in 12.39 seconds.
Runner-up was Marg Hignett (10.75m) 12.44 seconds as Edward Ware (8.25) fought on to be third in 12.47.
Phelan was amazed to have won.
"When they called my name I didn't quite believe it."
The Gift victories continue a superb run since he returned to competition.
"I gave athletics away when I was 18.
"At 34 I was overweightand thought I may as well have a go at getting fitter and racing."
Phelan said trainer Max Binnington was a huge support.
"It's Max's birthday today (Sunday), so to win for him is fantastic."
Phelan thanked long-time partner Jasmin and their children, Caiden and Tamia for their support of his athletics pursuit.
The Flack Advisory-backed Black Pearl women's 400m on Saturday night was won by Ruby Klemm off 46m in 52.19 seconds. .
