Critérium du Dauphiné Libéré

The Dauphine starts this Sunday. As the mini-tour before the big tour, I'm always interested to see how the riders perform in this race, although form here doesn't always translate into success in the Tour de France. However, as a believer in the old adage that while form may be temporary, class is permanent,  I'm looking forward to seeing Alberto Contador race again. The last time I saw him on my television screen he was blowing hot and cold during Paris-Nice and I expect a far more measured performance this coming week. Still hoping for a few fireworks though...