Greig Leach

Michael Matthews (Jayco-Alula) had some drier roads and made sure to take full advantage. With the better road surface he was able to push harder through the corners with less fear of losing his rear wheel while carrying as much speed as possible. When he crossed the line he posted the best time of those who had to negotiate the rain soaked roads of Adelaide. With the roads continuing to dry as others started the time trial, he eventually dropped to 10th over all, just 14 seconds off the lead.