Ian Stannard retires

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Just seen on Ineos instagram page - due to rheumatoid arthritis.
Will never forget his win over the 3 QS in the 2015 Oomloop
Poor guy.
Will never forget his win over the 3 QS in the 2015 Oomloop
Poor guy.
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Thanks for the memories Yogi!
That being said, he has had a stellar career and should not be disappointed in the slightest. 2013 Milan San Remo was my favourite performance by him (I'm a Boonen fan so was slightly gutted about Het Volk, although still impressed)
been away from the sharp end for a little while now but will be missed.
Wonder if they’ll offer him a DS spot.
Saw get him -get his last win in TOB - on a wet day ( obv!) . Motoring along pulling nils Pollet and rest of the break along . Strong man , shame for him but its not like he hasn’t some nice memories and got a PR podium. The broken back at Ghent Wevelgem slowed his career down perhaps. Any way I hope he has good retirement in whatever comes in the next half.
Rule #9 // If you are out riding in bad weather, it means you are a badass. Period.
Rule #12 // The correct number of bikes to own is n+1.
Rule #42 // A bike race shall never be preceded with a swim and/or followed by a run.