Danielson upbeat heading into final six stages

Tom Danielson (Garmin-Slipstream) after winning the TT in Burgos.

Tom Danielson (Garmin-Slipstream) after winning the TT in Burgos. (Image credit: Vuelta a Burgos)

American rider Tom Danielson (Garmin-Slipstream) is recovering from the illness which saw him lose time on stages 13 and 14 of the Vuelta a España and is feeling confident that he can ride strongly in the remaining stages. Danielson, who will lead the United States of America team at the World Championships, had reported stomach problems on Saturday but confirmed on stage 15 that he also had a chest complaint.