Ceramica Flaminia says no UCI pressure in Rasmussen negotiations

Michael Rasmussen (Rabobank) celebrating another polka dot, which he doesn't get to wear because yellow goes first and it's too hot for two jerseys anyway.

Michael Rasmussen (Rabobank) celebrating another polka dot, which he doesn't get to wear because yellow goes first and it's too hot for two jerseys anyway. (Image credit: Cyclingnews.com)

Italy's team Ceramica Flaminia confirmed today that there was no pressure from the International Cycling Union (UCI) in its negotiations with cyclist Michael Rasmussen. Team Manager Roberto Marrone said statements by his sports director, Giuseppe Petito, in a Danish newspaper were false.