Cavendish exit from Tour de Suisse for family reasons

Mark Cavendish looking in shock after his high-speed get off.

Mark Cavendish looking in shock after his high-speed get off. (Image credit: Bettini Photo)

The HTC-Columbia team have confirmed the reason why Mark Cavendish left the Tour de Suisse today, saying that the decision not to start was based on two factors. His grandmother passed away and he wants to be present at her funeral tomorrow, and he is also experiencing stiffness after his crash two days ago.