Cancellara misses out on Worlds double gold
Cancellara disappointed after strong showing by Swiss riders at home
Switzerland's Fabian Cancellara came agonisingly close to becoming the first cyclist to win the World Championship time trial and road race in the same year. He was part of a decisive, final-lap move in today's road race in Mendrisio, Switzerland, but finished fifth, three days after winning time trial gold.
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