It is not the cyclist that put themselves in danger but the motorist who think that they have a right to the road and operate in a unsafe manner that put the cyclists in danger. As the overtaking vehicle, it is their responsibility to yield right of way to the vehicle in front of them if the situation warrant it. Most people won't slow and pass when it is safe to do so but would rather just force the cyclist from the road way. Thus, by your statement, they've won.