Gilbert to lead Belgian Worlds squad

Philippe Gilbert (Silence-Lotto) won the 20th stage of the Giro in Anagni.

Philippe Gilbert (Silence-Lotto) won the 20th stage of the Giro in Anagni. (Image credit: Bettini Photo)

Philippe Gilbert will lead Belgium in the World Championships later this month in Mendrisio, Switzerland. Belgian national coach Carlo Bomans today named eight of the nine riders for the men's road race, with the final selection to be named on Wednesday.