former world champion, Oscar Camenzind, also tested positive for EPO whilst riding in the Team Phonak colours.  At this stage, it appears likely that at best, the team will be granted a one-year Pro Tour license.  A decision is expected on, or before December 2nd.

Finally, congratulations this week from everybody at Roadcycling.com to Discovery Channel?s George Hincapie and his French girlfriend, Melanie, on the birth of their baby girl, Julia Paris.  We are pleased to announce that baby and mother are doing well following the birth.

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Till next week,

Ian