Cavendish left out of Omega Vuelta team

The news means that for the first time since 2007, Cavendish will finish the season without a stage win in a Grand Tour.

"The team is built up around Rigoberto Uran, who will get full support from his teammates," Sport & Development Manager Rolf Aldag said.

"During the Giro d'Italia Rigoberto proved he has the skills for the major tours, so he deserves the support of the team. His approach to the race was similar to the one set in motion for the Giro d'Italia. Some of the guys from the team like Wout Poels, Gianluca Brambilla, and Pieter Serry already have experience in major tours next to Uran.

“Backing them up, the squad will be able to count on Carlos Verona, akin his debut in his first big tour, and also Martin Velits and Nikolas Maes. These three riders are all guarantees in terms of team support and rapport. The squad will be completed by Tom Boonen and Tony Martin. “