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L.emond is locusing on the Luropean race circuit, preparing for the Tour de F'ranee, the race that made his cycling career.
Lemond’s absence opens the door for up-and-coming American racers like John Loehner.
The 25-year-old New York native is in his first year of professional competition following a successful amateur career. Leohner rides for the Saturn team, which is also newly formed for the pro ranks.
Speaking at the press conference, Loehner said this year’s Tour DuPont, the second longest and fourth mountainous in the race’s history, favors an all-around rider.
Steve Brunner, Vice President of Medalist Sports — the event organizer — described Stage 5 and the F>ont Royal starting line.
The Front Royal stage will mark a real turning point in the race, said
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