Cycling’s governing body cleared Astana to race Wednesday after Lance Armstrong’s team guaranteed its immediate finances.
The International Cycling Union said Astana provided proof it has funds in time to compete in the five-day Tour of Luxembourg starting Wednesday.
“The UCI asked for new bank guarantees from Astana,†said Enrico Carpani, the governing body’s spokesman. “Astana has respected the deadline and can take the start in the Tour of Luxembourg… Details
