Axel Merckx comes full circle to T Mobile

14 years after turning pro with Team Telekom Axel Merckx is starting his last season as a pro with T Mobile. Merckx had planned to finish his career with Phonak, until that team folded in the wake of one too many doping scandals. "The team concept and management's clean and hard line convinced me that it was the right team“, stresses Merckx, who will play a key role in the magenta team's re-building process. "I still believe I can make a positive sporting contribution and am willing to do the hard work.“ The Belgian is looking forward to the Spring Classics, but the Tour will still be his main focus. Such an experienced rider will be a great asset to the young T Mobile squad.