August 23, 2005

Chris Horner signs with Saunier Duval-Prodir

Chris HornerChris Horner, dominant domestic racer formerly of Webcor, will race for the Spanish Saunier Duval-Prodir team in 2005. For Horner, the opportunity to return to international racing and join a team seriously contesting the Pro Tour brings much satisfaction. His impressive eigth place finish at the World Championship road race in Verona was a major factor in his signing with Saunier Duval-Prodir.

"I've been trying to get over here for a while, you know," said Horner, laughing. "I had incredible legs last year at Worlds but they [his former team] just used me the wrong way. This year they gave me the opportunity to be the leader on the team with Fred [Rodriguez], so I had the chance to just sit back and be quiet the whole time. You can't waste any energy at the World Championships."

Congratulations Chris!