Flecha "a little sick"

Juan Antonio Flecha (Rabobank)

Juan Antonio Flecha (Rabobank) (Image credit: Florian Schaaf)

Juan Antonio Flecha of Rabobank finished eighth in the first stage of the 3-Länder Tour yesterday, but it wasn't easy. For one thing, it is a tricky race, with multiple climbs every day. For another, the Spaniard isn't feeling well, which isn't good news for the Spanish national team, as he is scheduled to ride the Worlds road race next week in Stuttgart.

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