Tonight the Tour De France kicks off in the principality of Monaco. Otherwise known as the tax haven for the stinking rich and the heaven of all heavens for gold diggers.
Australia has a fair representation in the race, although Cadel Evans, and perhaps Michael Rogers, remain Australia's only realistic hopes of finally claiming the yellow jersey for more than just a loan period.
Yes, there is all the hype about Armstrong returning and whether he and Contador can gel together in the same team, but there are also a number of other issues about the race, not the least being who are the favourites for the race. Many betting agencies have Contador, Armstrong, Evans and Menchov as near favourites, whilst last years' winner, Sastre, is a bit off the pace already.
Importantly, if the 37 year old retiree (Armstrong) can come off a 4 yr retirement, which included running 3 marathons and numerous celebrity dates, and claim the yellow jersey it will be a slight against the abilities of the other cyclists in the race but at the same time underline Armstrong's own incredible drive to succeed.
The Tour kicks off with the 15.5km time trial tonight, which will sort out the men from the boys early on with a demanding hill section mid time trial, and over the race Full Time Sports will keep you up to date with the results and breaking news.
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