10-07-2017, 22:19
Another benign stage lies ahead tomorrow and is tailor-made for the gaggle of sprinters. The usual suspects of Kittel and Greipel will be to the fore at the finish and we might even see them contest the intermediate sprint after 121km, although that might be left for the lower scorers to fight over. Alexander Kristoff is always a danger and would be my pick for the stage.
There are 2 Category 4 climbs, the last one being 40km from the finish. The descent followed by a fairly flat finish might be the start of a definitive breakaway, but the prospect of any major shock is slight. Dan Martin currently lies 6th overall, 7th in the Points and 4th in the KOTM. He was desperately unlucky yesterday and might improve his standing in all 3 categories tomorrow.
I'll be staying at my daughter's for a few days this week, so I might not be posting every day. As ever, feel free to add whatever input you want.
There are 2 Category 4 climbs, the last one being 40km from the finish. The descent followed by a fairly flat finish might be the start of a definitive breakaway, but the prospect of any major shock is slight. Dan Martin currently lies 6th overall, 7th in the Points and 4th in the KOTM. He was desperately unlucky yesterday and might improve his standing in all 3 categories tomorrow.
I'll be staying at my daughter's for a few days this week, so I might not be posting every day. As ever, feel free to add whatever input you want.
Cabbage is still good for you