The Handsome Man with Athletic Thighs
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Wednesday, July 5th Course: None Comments: Well, Quick.Step really let me down during today's finish. I didn't see any organization at all. Credit Agricole had a strong presence for Thor Hushovd up front until Julian Dean tipped over and wound up in the fetal position on the ground. After that, it turned into a mad gallop to the line. And in a mad gallop, you can't hold back Robbie McEwen, who coasted to the finish for an easy victory. Hushovd was relegated from fourth to 86th for dangerous sprinting, which puts him in a bad place in the race for the Green Jersey. (I'm sure McEwen can empathize, but I doubt he will.) Julian Dean, in addition to road rash, received a 200 Swiss Franc fine for "incorrect behavior in a sprint." My prediction for tomorrow: Look for Hushovd and Credit Agricole, desperate for a win and sprint points, to organize a strong leadout that will fall apart before they reach the final straight. Tom Boonen will take over with a strong turn, but McEwen will pip him at the line for the win—business as usual for the Australian Pocket Rocket. |
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