Yeah, it's funny how MVDP just seems a bit out of place in the "peloton" in general. Seems like he much prefers CX and MTB to the road - other than when it becomes straight up mano y mano. All the dicking around and square dancing they do on the stages like today don't seem to suit his temperament. If the form builds and he feels it, he probably won't be able to help himself on Thursday and will blow things up.
Interesting observation. Guess he is very used to leave the pack behind and go off by himself or together with a few other strong riders. Now yesterday's lead out was very chaotic so really no wonder that he may have looked a little square (lots of riders did strange stuff yesterday) and also I am in awe of those that can keep their cool and do the right moves.