Russ Ellis explains to Matt Stephens that by giving a little, he gained a lot, when a generous gesture to Chris Froome led to a chance of a lifetime; shooting with then Team Sky. Now revered as one of the most talented cycling photographers around, Russ is a regular at the Grand Tours and Spring Classics alike, updating his @cyclingimages Instagram account with frequent masterpieces that capture action and emotion in equal measures. Australian arachnids, octopuses, and exploding pigeons also feature along with the first-ever Mansfield quiz.

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