I do wonder if Rowe will make the cut. With Thomas, Van Baarle, Kwiatkowski, Castroviejo and, potentially, Tao Geoghegan-Hart, you’ve five riders who can do a job on both flat and mountainous stages. Given the route this year, that versatility may be key.
He seems very good at always having them in the right place, just concentrates on his tasks making it easier for the leaders. Not afraid to ruffle feathers if required.
Do you think the others have enough experience to do that role even if they are stronger?
I don’t know. But the route this year is very different from previous editions as there is a distinct lack of sprint and transition stages, which might mean teams decide on a different team composition.
I do wonder if Rowe will make the cut. With Thomas, Van Baarle, Kwiatkowski, Castroviejo and, potentially, Tao Geoghegan-Hart, you’ve five riders who can do a job on both flat and mountainous stages. Given the route this year, that versatility may be key.