Thomas Lofkvist, Tirreno-Adriatico 2011, TTT

Thomas Löfkvist is building towards his chance to lead Great Britain's Sky team at the Giro d'Italia in May. This week, he leads the team at the Tirreno-Adriatico stage race.

"He is really motivated," said sports director, Marcus Ljungqvist. "He has more days coming up, plus a time trial that suits him."

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