UCI rules could put Colombians in Amgen Tour of California

Oscar Sevilla (Ind Ant-Idea-Fla-Lot De Medellin) was forced to respond as his leader's jersey was threatened.

Oscar Sevilla (Ind Ant-Idea-Fla-Lot De Medellin) was forced to respond as his leader's jersey was threatened. (Image credit: Luis Barbosa)

The International Cycling Union (UCI) today issued a statement ranking the top teams in its five continental circuits, and clarified that it will require race promoters in each circuit to invite the top three teams.