Belgian Philippe Gilbert made his bid for victory on the final 15.9 km circuit and looked set to stay clear until being caught near the end by a small group of chasers , including Evans who rode brilliantly in his title defense . Norway 's Alberto Contador wins men 's world road race title in Norway . Alberto Contador wins bunch sprint at end of thrilling 262.7 kilometers race . Thor Hushovd says he is `` very optimistic '' he will be cleared in doping scandal .
Norway 's Alberto Contador wins men 's world road race title in Norway . Alberto Contador wins bunch sprint at end of thrilling 262.7 kilometers race . Thor Hushovd says he is `` very optimistic '' he will be cleared in doping scandal .