132 bike checks by the UCI at Tour Down Under
The UCI have continued to check bicycles for mechanical doping in 2017 with the governing body carrying out 132 tests across the six stages of the Tour Down Under. In the 2016 season, the governing body carried out over 10,000 bike checks for hidden motors and magnets.
Since the discovery of a motor in the bike of Femke Van den Driessche at last year's 'Cross Worlds, the UCI have developed its testing method, deciding upon a 'tablet device' to detect magnetic flux density of hidden motors or magnetic wheels.
Dean Downing awarded damages following 2015 training accident
During a training ride in July 2015, Dean Downing was hit by a van near Blyth, Notts, suffering injuries to his left-knee. Despite being unable to identify the driver of the van, Downing has now received a five figure sum in damages.
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"British Cycling membership is an absolute must in my eyes, I have always had the Gold licence," Downing said in a statement. "Even though I don't race anymore, I still get out on my bike on the open roads. I also work in the cycling industry doing lots of varied roles. Being a member covers me as you never know what's around the next corner."
Downing most recently rode for the NFTO Pro Cycling Continental team and was a regular winner on the British circuit during his career. In retirement, Downing has worked as a director sportif for the Polypipe Cycling Team, and JLT Condor squad.
FDJ celebrate 20th anniversary
The FDJ team celebrated its 20th anniversary at a special event in Paris on Thursday night, with the French team’s current and former personnel recalling the success of the state lottery funded team.
The FDJ team has won 417 races over the years, including Paris-Roubaix with Frédéric Guesdon and last year’s Milan-San Remo with current sprinter Arnaud Demare. Other special moments include Brad McGee’s spell in the yellow jersey in 2003 and more recently the emergence of Thibaut Pinot as a Grand Tour contender.
— Equipe FDJ (@EquipeFDJ) January 26, 2017
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