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Cav to head to altitude for Tour record bid

Mark Cavendish is set to undergo a revamped less race-focused training programme ahead of the Tour de France in 2024, according to Astana-Qazaqstan’s newly appointed head of performance.

Last week, Astana confirmed that Cavendish had inked a contract extension for one year as he looks to break the record for the most Tour de France stage wins.

The team has been rebuilding in an effort to better support Cavendish’s goal.

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