Astana cycling team have denied reports they have lost WorldTour licence . The Russian government has been accused of using the sport as a means to control its citizens and is also suspected of funding doping in Russia.
Astana cycling team have denied reports they have lost WorldTour licence . Last month the UCI requested that Astana 's licence be revoked . Request came after a number of anti-doping infringements by Astana . Licence Commission is due to meet with Astana on Thursday for talks .