Norway 's Thor Hushovd wins men 's world road race title in Melbourne . - The first ever World Cup of Mountain Bike is held at the same time as the Olympics, with a total prize money of $ 50,000 ( £ 40,000 ) and an overall winner being decided by points Alberto Contador says he is `` very optimistic '' he will be cleared in doping scandal .
Norway 's Thor Hushovd wins men 's world road race title in Melbourne . Hushovd wins bunch sprint at end of thrilling 262.7km race . Alberto Contador says he is `` very optimistic '' he will be cleared in doping scandal .