Froome and Contador seem the odds-on favourites at this year’s Tour de France, but there’s a slew of veterans and young riders looking to knock them off the podium in Paris.—Joe Lindsey
Photo: James Startt
Alberto Contador (Tinkoff-Saxo Bank)
The Spanish rider seems to have recovered the form that made him the world’s best stage racer before he was sidelined for his 2010 clenbuterol. He has won or placed second in every stage race he entered this past spring, and had no DNFs, major crashes, illness, or other setbacks. His Tinkoff-Saxo Bank team should be one of the strongest in the race, with a trio of top climbers—Roman Kreuziger, Nicolas Roche, and Mick Rogers—to support him and put pressure on Sky and Movistar. He’s not only the surest bet to unseat Chris Froome, but may also be the true favorite.
Wins: 2
Stage Wins: 3
Podiums: 2
Best Finish: 1st (2007, 2009)
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