Ullrich hints at retirement

Jan Ullrich has given himself at the most another two years in cycling, according to an interview with German TV station ZDF on Sunday. "Maybe I can ride for another one or two years if I am still motivated," said 32 year-old Ullrich.

Ullrich is aiming to win the Tour de France for a second time this year, following the retirement of his superior rival Lance Armstrong. "Anything other than a victory will be a huge disappointment," he said. In addition to his 1997 victory, Ullrich has five second places in the Tour, one third, and one fourth: his lowest ever placing in all his starts.

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