12.05.2014

Radoslav Rogina fourth on Tour d'Azerbaidjan

Radoslav Rogina fourth on Tour d'Azerbaidjan
Third edition of Tour d'Azerbaidjan finished in Baku, with French Justin Jules taking the last stage. Adria Mobil riders were a match to professional teams from all over the world. Overall winner is Russian Ilnur Zakarin, Radoslav Rogina was fourth.

Adria Mobil’s riders were aggressive and active competitors throughout the race, they were also at the top for the whole time. Primož Roglič’s victory in the second stage and Matej Mugerli’s second in the third stage are still in the highlights. Team’s best overall rider was Radoslav Rogina, who finished the race in fourth. “I’m very pleased with this result, it is my maximum in this moment. I was feeling better as the race developed, and I hope that my form will continue to progress. Team was flawless and I would like to say thanks for all the guys for their help,” said Rogina after the race.

Team manager Boštjan Mervar was also happy with the result: “The race was well organized, which was expected. Organizers are working hard and they did everything we need for racing. I’m really happy with the performance of my team, they didn’t do any big mistake. I’m happy for the Roglič’s first victory and I’m sure this is a turning point in his cycling career. We took 66 UCI points on this race and with this we are a big step closer to the World Championships.”

By now the team is already back home. Team will have a short rest, then they will focus their attention to Tour of Slovenia. Before that they will also race Grand Prix Südkärnten in Austria (1 June).

Links
Results – Stage 5
Results – Overall

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Photos by Mario Stiehl

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