Can Frischy repeat at La Ruta

Thomas Frischknecht (Swisspower/ Scout Team)

Thomas Frischknecht (Swisspower/ Scout Team) (Image credit: Tour of Japan)

A year ago Thomas Frischknecht ended one of cycling's longest streaks, becoming the first foreign rider to triumph at Costa Rica's famed La Ruta de los Conquistadores mountain bike race. Fast forward 12 months, and the Swiss legend will try to make it two in a row when he returns to defend his title at one of the world's toughest stage races.