To have CSC here is very important because we have an American sponsor, ... This team has a certain image, and it's important to show it over here (in the United States). ... And bringing Ivan here really brings out our image. He's the main man here in the race.

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

Primarily he is a reinforcement to our classics team, but he is a rider, who has the ability to make a difference in almost any kind of race. He is a really good rider, who has the right attitude and fits perfectly on the team.

We are very happy to have Marcus on our team for next season. He is a really good rider, who has the right attitude and fits perfectly on the team. Primarily, he is a reinforcement to our Classics team, but he is a rider who has the ability to make a difference in almost any kind of race.

It hasn't been an easy decision for Thomas, but I respect it because I know it's well thought through, ... Thomas has always delivered a solid effort for the team, at the same time as he's won some races on his own. I hope he's learnt something valuable to take with him in his future ventures. On behalf of the team I would also like to wish him the best of luck for the future.

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

Ivan, ... is a professional, always.

He's an all-round rider, who can achieve results throughout the enitre season and at the same time has the ability to inspire and help develop the other riders.

It was a shame Carlos didn't make it when Heras attacked.