Seems that Sagan's fall on Wednesday is causing him a bit of pain
If he then misses the time gap he goes out, Kristoff will then wear it into Paris yet if Demare were to win on the Champs Elysee he'd take it himself... Of course, the remaining Sprinters still need to make it through today themselves
Hypothetically speaking what happens if Thomas starts to struggle today and Dumoulin attacks?
Does Froome help Thomas and then risk them both losing out or does Froome attack and try to win himself?
Suppose thats the beauty of the situation for Team SKY - I guess they'll do what they did on Wednesday where Froome attacked and so forced Dumoulin to chase, on that occasion Thomas was able to sit on his wheel
What they need to be wary of is the fact that Dumoulin appears able to counter anything by Froome so whilst I could see a slim chance of Thomas breaking, I see no chance for Froome to be able to get back into second as well as create a gap ahead of the time trial tomorrow
I know he didnt win but everyone is saying that it seems Froome cant win both the Giro and Tour this year yet for Dumoulin to potentially get podiums in both is equally impressive (especially as Team Sunweb arent as strong as SKY)
One thing I find remarkable (not questionable) is the fact that Dumoulin has now finished second in both the Giro and Tour this year - Having won the Giro in 2017 and only 27 (five years younger than Thomas) he's going to be a threat for years to come, just a shame as if his achievements were in a Team SKY jersey they would be questioned by others
felt really pleased for Thomas especially when questioned by the press yesterday he broke down in tears. I'm sure even the French fans would appreciate how much it means to him to win the Tour.
on a side note, apart from the inevitable advert breaks, I really think ITV do a great job with their intelligent and professional coverage of the Tour. been doing great work for years now. David Millar with his insights and honesty. Ned Boulting with his measured delivery and of course the slick and funny Gary Imlach. shame they do such a crap job on their football coverage.
felt really pleased for Thomas especially when questioned by the press yesterday he broke down in tears. I'm sure even the French fans would appreciate how much it means to him to win the Tour.
on a side note, apart from the inevitable advert breaks, I really think ITV do a great job with their intelligent and professional coverage of the Tour. been doing great work for years now. David Millar with his insights and honesty. Ned Boulting with his measured delivery and of course the slick and funny Gary Imlach. shame they do such a crap job on their football coverage.
felt really pleased for Thomas especially when questioned by the press yesterday he broke down in tears. I'm sure even the French fans would appreciate how much it means to him to win the Tour.
on a side note, apart from the inevitable advert breaks, I really think ITV do a great job with their intelligent and professional coverage of the Tour. been doing great work for years now. David Millar with his insights and honesty. Ned Boulting with his measured delivery and of course the slick and funny Gary Imlach. shame they do such a crap job on their football coverage.
Guggenhiemesque, not sure we would ever hear that in a football programme!
..and love it I did. So good to watch him throughout the race, he just looked so comfortable in yellow
whereas Froome in yellow always looks like he's suffering and attacks frequently get away from him before he slowly pulls them back, G just marked every attack and never looked in any danger
Froome will definitely be back next year - think this was just one Grand Tour too far for him based on what he's achieved since last July, doesnt sound as though he'll be doing the Vuelta either
That speech from Geraint totally eclipses the one that Wiggins did, forgetting your team mates and almost forgetting your wife is something I'll enjoy watching back
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Froome is ok and was great in the Giro. Lit up the race.
Seems that Sagan's fall on Wednesday is causing him a bit of pain
If he then misses the time gap he goes out, Kristoff will then wear it into Paris yet if Demare were to win on the Champs Elysee he'd take it himself... Of course, the remaining Sprinters still need to make it through today themselves
Does Froome help Thomas and then risk them both losing out or does Froome attack and try to win himself?
What they need to be wary of is the fact that Dumoulin appears able to counter anything by Froome so whilst I could see a slim chance of Thomas breaking, I see no chance for Froome to be able to get back into second as well as create a gap ahead of the time trial tomorrow
I know he didnt win but everyone is saying that it seems Froome cant win both the Giro and Tour this year yet for Dumoulin to potentially get podiums in both is equally impressive (especially as Team Sunweb arent as strong as SKY)
And Thomas gets the bonus seconds to extend his lead!! - No way do I see Dumoulin or Roglic winning now
kwiatkowski also missing
regardless, G rules
on a side note, apart from the inevitable advert breaks, I really think ITV do a great job with their intelligent and professional coverage of the Tour. been doing great work for years now. David Millar with his insights and honesty. Ned Boulting with his measured delivery and of course the slick and funny Gary Imlach. shame they do such a crap job on their football coverage.
I posted this 6 days before the Tour started.. ..and love it I did. So good to watch him throughout the race, he just looked so comfortable in yellow
whereas Froome in yellow always looks like he's suffering and attacks frequently get away from him before he slowly pulls them back, G just marked every attack and never looked in any danger
all in all a great Tour
That speech from Geraint totally eclipses the one that Wiggins did, forgetting your team mates and almost forgetting your wife is something I'll enjoy watching back