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During the crash I hit my head on the ground, a lot of the details are really fuzzy, I cannot really recall everything. Fortunately after examinations in the hospital there were no serious issues. Crashes happen, it is part of the game and there is always a lot of talking going on, people told me Cavendish spat on me. That for me crosses the line of what’s acceptable. I think it is the responsibility of the team management of Columbia as well the UCI to act if necessary. If it is true, the image of cycling is at stake.
What really gives me strength and support was the two minutes protest of the whole bunch the day after the accident. So at least 150 other riders shared my feelings about the crash and the penalty.
http://www.cyclingnews.com/blogs/heinrich-haussler/ill-be-ready-for-the-tour
(sorry if I copied too much text)
Does anyone know if Cavendish did actually spit on Haussler?
What really gives me strength and support was the two minutes protest of the whole bunch the day after the accident. So at least 150 other riders shared my feelings about the crash and the penalty.
http://www.cyclingnews.com/blogs/heinrich-haussler/ill-be-ready-for-the-tour
(sorry if I copied too much text)
Does anyone know if Cavendish did actually spit on Haussler?
- Jul 30, 2009
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tgsgirl said:
When did he act like a 12 year old? Maybe when he was blubbing after causing the crash? He went a bit too far off his line. I bet he doesn't do it again.
I don't recall him causing a lot of crashes up til now. I think he's been too quick
- May 20, 2010
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If it's true that Frodo spat on Haussler, then maybe some Breaking Away-style justice is in order. Too bad nobody uses frame pumps anymore. Seriously though, Haussler should just go up to Frodo and spit on him. Even Steven. Haussler will get good velocity as he has gravity in his favor.
Columbia Sportwear once marketed itself as a family-run business. I can't imagine that they're too happy with Frodo's antics. But then again, maybe any publicity is better than no publicity.
Columbia Sportwear once marketed itself as a family-run business. I can't imagine that they're too happy with Frodo's antics. But then again, maybe any publicity is better than no publicity.
interesting how hausller has been very quiet on this whole affair..
makes me think its all a storm in a teacup
makes me think its all a storm in a teacup
TeamSkyFans said:
I think it shows the quality of HH. In his blog he said enough to indicate he wasn't happy, but he didn't carry on, whinge, or condemn Cav. He kept his line in the race and is doing the same post race - bravo!
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mherm79 said:
Or maybe, after the drink-driving thing, he realises that it would be hypocritical to call others out on their morals.
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Andy99 said:
The British perspective of feigned naivety in regards to Cavendish continues to astound. This Sky writer tries to make a make big deal about how it's so "perplexing" and "strange" that the riders would stage a protest about Frodo's riding. The reality is very simple as anyone who's ever been in a sprint knows: deviate from your line once and cause a crash and people are going to be ****ed at you. Swerve to your right and pinch someone into the barriers, then swerve back to your left and cause a crash as Cav did here and it's very obvious that people are going to be angry and call you out on your reckless riding. Really the Cav sycophants have become more disgusting than the dying breed of Armstrong fanboys that used to haunt this forum.
- May 13, 2009
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TeamSkyFans said:
His TdF performance will make Rooney look like a top world cup player.
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TeamSkyFans said:
I like how Cav goes out of his way to be an obnoxious d-bag and then gets upset that people judge him by his actions. The dude seems to be seriously disconnected from the way that the world works.
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I don't like it either - it would be nice if he behaved a little differently. BUT he's a kid - not sure what people expect. Give him a break.
TeamSkyFans said:
He makes fair points, other than the fact that the crash in TdS was completely his fault I don't care how little Haussler moved to the right. But that is water under the bridge. He is right, the press sensationalizes any small thing they can, and he is a sprinter. It takes a certain mentality for some people to be very successful as a sprinter, and he has the type that wants to dominate people. Sometimes, that comes off as arrogance, but the arrogance is a mental component necessary for him to win. It is not the mentality I generally like in friends, but the world is a big place with lots of people, and it takes all kinds.
Right now, I am hoping Farrar will take him a couple of times in the sprint stages. I generally like people like Farrar more, but that is just me.
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The crash wasn't malicious (IMO) but he was at fault - what age do you have to be to learn when to say "sorry"? (He's 25 - starting his 4th TdF)180mmCrank said:I don't like it either - it would be nice if he behaved a little differently. BUT he's a kid - not sure what people expect. Give him a break.
He has gone past 'Boy Racer' - he would have been better served admitting his mistake and moving on.
Hmmm, I think he will struggle too much through the mountain stages not to be in a position to pick up the sprint points throughout the non-sprint stages.mowie133 said:cav will look good in green,in about 4 weeks time
He has missed out on solid workouts because he got pulled from Romandie because of his celebration to the 'archers of England' and again in the Tour de Susie - this could be costly.
Thoughtforfood said:
Pretty much agree - if you were a coach or DS it is one of the 'qualities' you would want in your leaders and especially a sprinter.
EDIT - PS: Hi Mark..... good luck in the Tour (see you soon
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180mmCrank said:I don't like it either - it would be nice if he behaved a little differently. BUT he's a kid - not sure what people expect. Give him a break.
There has been many a "kid" that has come under the bright lights of fame and the pressure that comes with it and still maintained a bit of class and respect. Why we should overlook behaviour that seems to be the norm for this character and not an aberration is beyond me.
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Angliru said:
He behaves like an @ss sometimes. OK, Many times. Guess I am just getting old, but I cut people under 30 ample slack. You're right, many do better than him. This crash is inexcusable and a lack of shame on his part is also inexcusable. I screw up a lot. (A free spirited rebel trying to thrive in a corporate office can be funny and agony.) But my apologies take a back seat to no one.
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Angliru said:
For me I would prefer it if he exercised a little more humility as others have said. AND while I have a view about his behaviour I will reserve judgement on the man until he has a few more miles on his wheels. Whatever his 'age' he seems to have some growing up to do.
i like cav, he provides a spectacle
I bet there was a very high proprtion of people that went to see John McEnroe play tennis in the hope he'll get his fiery temper steamed up. It's part of the character. he even hams it up when he plays the odd celebrity match for old times sake
I bet there was a very high proprtion of people that went to see John McEnroe play tennis in the hope he'll get his fiery temper steamed up. It's part of the character. he even hams it up when he plays the odd celebrity match for old times sake
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