Monday, September 08, 2008

Vuelta a Espana

Every year I complain how little attention the Vuelta a Espana gets, and every year I miss the start and forget to check in on it daily.


Well. My loss. This year's edition of the race around Spain has seen loads of leader changes, some really exciting finishes, and a rider name of Contador slowly build strength, like a hurricane spinning just offshore, affecting the air pressure and waiting to release his fury on the rest of the peloton. He's not in the lead yet, but most expect him to pull off the triple (wins in all 3 grand tours) in the shortest span of time ever.


Here's yesterday's finish.


Contador's just behind Valverde, waiting.

Valverde's going good, but even he expects Contador to take over. After all, he's largely acknowledged as the best climber in the world right now. Who can fight that?

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