Helluva ride today for Purito. Definitely in with a shot. I can see where some would think that Contador would put him in difficulty on the longer climbs later in the Vuelta but he's been stronger than Froome from my perspective (also doesn't have the tour in his legs) has showed good form over three weeks already this year (albeit against a lesser field, not that Basso or Scarponi are walkovers) and has time on Valverde (not convinced that he can keep this up for three weeks) and has two excellent helpers in the mountains. Not to mention the fact that he's likely to get time bonuses on stages he can stay with Contador and Froome (provided Valverde gets dropped). I think Contador will probably win but this is the best Purito we've yet seen and I think he'll get at least second and not too far behind Contador.
(admitted Purito fanboy)
(admitted Purito fanboy)