China could take over from India as top consumer in H1 Gold may reach a record high above $2,000 an ounce in late 2012 or early 2013, but the precious metal is nearing the end of a decade-long run that has lifted prices by more than 600 percent, metals consultancy GFMS said on Tuesday.

DOHA: Philippe Gilbert, the world No. 1-ranked rider last year and new teammate of Cadel Evans, has been surprised by the condition of the Australian, despite the Tour de France champion playing down his form.