I mean, Froome is probably more dedicated and driven than A. Schleck but also at that point his performance is way below what Schleck showed in 2013/14. And the best Schleck could do was a top 20 in the Tour after his injury (I still think he would have finished slightly higher in 2014 without crashing out again, since TdS and NC went way better than 2013, but still). Arguably, Froome's injury was even worse but I mean a fractured pelvis can already have huge effects on cyclist performance (Beloki, Schleck).
Anyway, point is - I have really low expectations still, even if there was slight improvement compared to last years UAE tour.
Anyway, point is - I have really low expectations still, even if there was slight improvement compared to last years UAE tour.