Lampre lost a few important riders this winter to their competitors. It remains to be seen if the new signings will be able to fill the gap that is left. Top sprinter Bennati didn’t feel like extending his contract, so he went to rivals Liquigas for a few extra Euros and took Corioni with him. Team manager Saronni responded by contracting third choice sprinter Lorenzetto of Milram. With a free role, the Italian should be able to get to a higher level. At Lampre, he will only have to accept Napolitano above him, when it comes to sprinting.


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