‘Purito’ Rodríguez may terminate Katusha contract

In a season that includes nine ‘big’ wins, including Flèche Wallonne, two Giro d’Italia and three Vuelta a España stage wins, it would be appropriate for ‘Purito’ Joaquin Rodriguez to seek a better conditions at his current Katusha team. The 33-year-old has spent the past three seasons with the Russian squad and has a contract through till 2013. He is however, considering terminating his contract - unless his new demands are met.