How can it be that Denmark has only three riders in the road race and Britain has six?

I strongly believe that we have the correct balance to make a serious impact on this year's race. We have some great riders who will provide us with a whole host of talents.

He won't be riding in the spring classics.

Since he joined us his career has blossomed like I've never seen before,

Ivan, ... is a professional, always.

Ivan Basso has also signed for three more years and will be our team leader in future editions of the Tour,