Valverde calm at Worlds, despite doping storm

Alejandro Valverde (Spain) rides to the start of the World Championship road race in Mendrisio, Switzerland on Sunday.

Alejandro Valverde (Spain) rides to the start of the World Championship road race in Mendrisio, Switzerland on Sunday. (Image credit: Bettini Photo)

Alejandro Valverde (Spain) is a favourite to win the World Championship road race in Mendrisio, Switzerland today, despite facing a possible ban for his alleged involvement in the Operación Puerto doping case. The Spaniard said the same concentration that helped him win the Vuelta a España one week ago will carry him through today's 262.2 kilometre race.