Contador, Spain awarded UCI's world rankings trophies

Alberto Contador is presented with the trophy for top rider in the 2009 World Rankings by UCI president Pat McQuaid.

Alberto Contador is presented with the trophy for top rider in the 2009 World Rankings by UCI president Pat McQuaid. (Image credit: UCI)

The International Cycling Union presented Tour de France winner Alberto Contador with the trophy for best rider of the 2009 season at a ceremony in Madrid today. UCI president Pat McQuaid was on hand to give out the award which was based upon the new UCI World Calendar rankings.

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