George Hincapie will retire after the end of 2012 season. The 19-year veteran pursued ventures including a memoir, a B&B in Travelers Rest, leading cycling development initiatives. He acknowledged PED use by US federal authorities and the U.S. anti-doping agency, with race results disqualified for 2004-2006. In recent years, he has worked to reframe American cycling, including launching development teams and collaborations with former peers. Since retiring, spans memoir projects, hospitality ventures, and sport leadership. His cycling legacy remains defined by endurance and controversy.
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velo.outsideonline.com(AP) -- Five-time Olympian and Tour de France veteran George Hincapie will retire from cycling after the 2012 season, bringing to a close one of the most
www.si.comVeteran cyclist George Hincapie announced he will retire in August, ending a successful 19-year career in the professional peloton...
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