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Ahmed Babar
Joined on: Nov 30, -0001 Published stories: 261

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‘Throw doping sinners out for life’, Joaquim Rodriguez

‘Throw doping sinners out for life’, Joaquim Rodriguez Joaquim Rodriguez Oliver of Team Katusha has shared his anger on the cycling’s most discussed issue at the moment, the USADA investigation into Lance Armstrong. His anger is justified, as the biggest doping scandal in the history of the sport has definitely overshadowed his performances and Rodriguez […]

Johan Bruyneel to defend himself against USADA

Johan Bruyneel to defend himself against USADA Following the earlier reports of Johan Bruyneel being in danger of losing his job at Team Radioshack-Nissan, the team has confirmed that Bruyneel has been released from his role as the team’s General Manager. Johan was named in the long 202 page USADA verdict on Lance Armstrong for […]

Bradley Wiggins wins the Golden Cycle Award 2012

Bradley Wiggins wins the Golden Cycle Award 2012 After his tremendous performance in the 2012 season, Bradley Wiggins received yet another honour after winning one of the most prestigious cycling awards of the season, the Vélo d’Or. The Vélo d’Or meaning ‘Golden Bicycle’ is a cycling award created by the French cycling magazine, Velo Magazine […]

Mark Renshaw disappointed after Rabobank quits its sponsorship

Mark Renshaw disappointed after Rabobank quits its sponsorship The demise of Team HTC-Highroad by the end of 2011 season was a shock several Cyclists on the American squad had to bear and it also ended the careers of many. However, cyclists like Mark Renshaw managed to find a new home on the basis of their […]

Kevin Pauwels wins the UCI Cyclo-Cross World Cup First Round

Kevin Pauwels wins the UCI Cyclo-Cross World Cup First Round Kevin Pauwels of Team Sunweb-Revor wins the opening stage of the UCI Cyclo-cross World Cup First Round after his solo victory at the event. The Belgian took a total time of 1 hour, 4 minutes and 58 seconds and occupied the top podium position with […]

David Tanner moved to Team Rabobank for 2013

David Tanner moved to Team Rabobank for 2013 Australian cyclist David Tanner has decided to end his associations with the Danish side, Team Saxo Bank-Tinkoff Bank after the end of 2012 season. The cyclist has signed a deal with Team Rabobank after serving Bjarne Riis for a period of two years. Tanner marked his professional […]

‘Professional cycling needs to be completely restructured’, Michael Barry

Team Omega Pharma-Quick Step justifies  its 2012 performance Team Omega Pharma-Quick Step is enjoying a terrific season with as many as 47 victories in the current season. The team wraps up a perfect season after securing first position at the UCI Road World Championships Team Time Trial event after its splendid performance. The Belgian team […]

Frank Schleck is hopeful to clear doping charges

Frank Schleck is hopeful to clear doping charges Frank Schleck is the only cyclist who was tested positive at this year’s Tour de France after his sample came positive for Xipamide, a banned diuretic as. Team RadioShack-Nissan Manager, Johan Bruyneel pulled him out of the race to avoid any further controversies and Tour was Frank’s […]

Andy Schleck shared his thoughts on the USADA report

Andy Schleck shared his thoughts on the USADA report After having a disappointing season, Andy Schleck is optimistic to find the right form as early as possible in 2013. The cyclist’s current season has been dominated with  injuries and he could not really perform to his capabilities. He could not secure a single victory in […]

Team RadioShack-Nissan cyclists refused to talk on Johan Bruyneel

Team RadioShack-Nissan cyclists refused to talk on Johan Bruyneel Team RadioShack-Nissan cyclists were busy riding the final stage of the Tour of Beijing 2012 when the news of their Team Manager Johan Bruyneel broke into the Luxembourg team camp. The team decided to part ways with Bruyneel following the USADA investigation related to his stay […]

Stephen Cummings wins the final stage of the Tour of Beijing 2012

Stephen Cummings wins the final stage of the Tour of Beijing 2012 Stephen Cummings bagged his first victory at the Chinese soil after claiming the final stage of the Tour of Beijing 2012. He completed the 182.5 kilometre pursuit to Ping Gu Centenary Square in a total time of 4 hours, 5 minutes and 8 […]

Tony Martin wins the Tour of Beijing for the second successive time

Tony Martin wins the Tour of Beijing for the second successive time Tony Martin of Team Omega Pharma-Quick Step was only one step away from securing the biggest victory of his 2012 season. He was leading the Tour of Beijing overall classifications with a margin of 40 seconds on Francesco Gavazzi of Team Astana and […]

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