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Friday, August 01, 2008 Hushovd pulls out of Olympics by Agence France-Presse at 8:58 AM EST   comments Categories: Pro Cycling   Norwegian cyclist Thor Hushovd, a stage winner on last month's Tour de France, on Friday pulled out of the Beijing Olympics citing health problems. "It's stupid and very bitter but I have to think of my health. I struggled on the Tour de France and I was sick," the 30-year-old Hushovd told Norwegian agency NTB. "I wanted to compete, but like I explained to the team doctor, I need rest," added the sprinter with the Credit Agricole team.       comments Follow @Pro_Cycling Tweet Subscribe via RSS or daily email Contact the editor about this article