Froome prepared to help Thomas win gold in Rio (Reuters)

By Martyn Herman LONDON (Reuters) – Chris Froome says he would work for British team mate Geraint Thomas at this year’s Olympic Games if his own gold medal ambitions falter in Rio. Froome is targeting a third Tour de France before setting his sights on an unprecedented two Olympic golds on the twisty streets of Rio de Janeiro in the road race and time trial — a formidable undertaking even for a rider of his all-round ability. Welshman Thomas, 29, has started the season in style by retaining the Tour of the Algarve title and will be among the leading contenders for the road race in Rio where they will ride in British colors rather than those of Team Sky.