Boy Van Poppel hoping for impressive end to European adventure

Boy Van Poppel (UnitedHealthcare)

Boy Van Poppel (UnitedHealthcare) (Image credit: Sirotti)

Boy Van Poppel (UnitedHealthcare) made an impressive return to his native country, as the 23-year-old placed fourth in the opening stage of the Ronde van Drenthe. He was edged out in the sprint by stage winner Kenny Robert Van Hummel (Skil-Shimano), Sacha Modolo (CSF), and Adam Blyth (Omega-Pharma Lotto).