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Vinokurov finished cycling 17.07.2011

One of the stars in cycling Alexander Vinokurov end his racing career. He was forced to leave the Tour de France after a crash in the 9th stage.

"We will continue to ride a bicycle, but only for health. As a professional end here. Probably will occupy a new position in the team" Astana "said 37-year-old Vinokurov the French media. Vinokurov, winner of the Tour of Spain in 2006 and third Tour de France in 2003, received serious injuries in the thigh with massive falls on the way to Saint Flur week ago.

"I'm better, I hope I can go about a month," said Vinokurov.