Kodak delighted with Rás opener

American continental squad Kodak Gallery Pro Cycling is delighted with the start to its first overseas foray at the FBD Insurance Rás in Ireland. After the opening two stages the squad holds the King of the Mountains, and points jerseys and also sits pretty on general classification with Jesse Anthony holding second place.

"I'm really excited to be leading the KOM competition," said Anthony after the second stage. "I'd like to be leading in the best young rider contest or in the overall, but this is great! I am feeling really good now and hopefully my form will continue to improve as the week goes on."