Sam Bennett's family celebrate: 'It didn't come easy but by God, he deserves every minute of it'

“Everyone sees him crossing the line but what they might not see is how he has given up his teenage years and the last 10 years for this moment.”

Sam Bennett wearing the best sprinter's green jersey rides in front of the Louvre pyramid during the 21st and last stage of the Tour de France. (Photo by Christian Hartmann/Pool/AFP via Getty Images)

The family of Ireland's latest sporting superstar, Sam Bennett, have spoken about the years of dedication and sacrifice their son has made to make it to the top of the cycling world.

Bennett grabbed headlines around the world on Sunday evening in Paris when he stormed to a marvellous victory on the Champs Elysees on the final stage of the Tour de France, while also claiming the green jersey as winner of the points classification.