Naesen and Wellens criticise Chris Froome`s presence at Ruta del Sol
(Cyclingnews.com)

Belgian champion Oliver Naesen (AG2R La Mondiale) and Tim Wellens (Lotto Soudal) have both criticised Chris Froome (Team Sky) for taking part in the Ruta del Sol. `[Froome] should not be racing until there is a definitive conclusion to this, for better or for worse,` Naesen told Sporza. `You can`t consider it a normal situation. This is very bad news for fans of the sport and its credibility. Hopefully the UCI will evaluate the defence`s case soon.`ADVERTISEMENT Wellens last month outlined his opposition to the use of salbutamol inhalers in professional cycling, and he echoed Naesen´s point of view on Froome´s participation. `His return has generated very different opinions,` said Wellens, who came close to winning stage 2 of the Ruta del Sol on Thursday. `I wouldn`t feel at all comfortable in Chris` situation and I would not have started to race until a verdict had been made public.` Other riders like Tony Martin (Katusha) and Philippe Gilbert (Quick-Step Floors), neither of whom are present on the Ruta del Sol, have said it would be better if Froome did not race. You can read more at Cyclingnews.com