T-Mobile's Michael Rogers was forced to quit the Giro before the start of stage 13, suffering from an infected tooth. "We found an infection. It would affect Mick's good form if he was to continue the race", said team doctor Stefan Prettin on t-mobile-team.com.
Team director Rudy Pevenage said, "It's a pity that Michael is forced to abandon the race. We will now adjust his racing schedule accordingly. He will fine-tune his form for the Tour in alternative stage-races." According to Pevenage, Rogers' preparation for July's Tour de France is not in jeopardy.
