Astarloza still out

AG2R rider Mikel Astarloza has extended his break from cycling as the tendonitis in his knee is still causing him pain. Astarloza will continue to undergo laser treatment and work in the pool and hopes to resume training next Wednesday. He was originally scheduled to ride the Rheinland -Pfalz Rundfahrt, but his place will be taken by Laurent Mangel

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