Dekker suffers hip problems

Thomas Dekker (Rabobank)

Thomas Dekker (Rabobank) (Image credit: AFP)

Thomas Dekker won the Tour de Romandie despite a hip problem, which sent him to the hospital this week.

Examinations showed the irritation was caused by a length difference in his legs. "I know having supports in my shoes that will stabilize my hip," said the 22-year-old Rabobank rider.

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Sue George is an editor at Cyclingnews.  She coordinates all of the site's mountain bike race coverage and assists with the road, 'cross and track coverage.