Vlasov lost 26 minutes to a winner (Sivakov) last year. I know he managed to beat for example Stannard at Aosta, but I wouldn't but him as a main favorite. I mean if Cherkasov is riding it could very well be him who'll be their best GC rider at the end? That being said he probably doesn't have the best form right now, but who knows.
What about Colombians? Is Munoz starting? He was 13th last year. Luis Fernando Jimenez, recent Vuelta Colombia U23 winner also taking part, I wonder if he could show something at the tougher stages. Overall I think the GC will be very open ball game compared to last year.
What about Colombians? Is Munoz starting? He was 13th last year. Luis Fernando Jimenez, recent Vuelta Colombia U23 winner also taking part, I wonder if he could show something at the tougher stages. Overall I think the GC will be very open ball game compared to last year.