Valverde happy with good performance in Australia

1 February 2012, 10:02 am

Spanish cyclist Alejandro Valverde says his strong performance in Tour Down Under has relieved some of the pressure after returning from a two-year doping ban. The Movistar rider finished in the same overall time as winner Simon Gerrans only to lose on points, but believes his good form will help his preparations for the Tour de France and the London Olympics.... Read More »

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