Froomy's home now, Contador's home, two of the three main favourites, it's never good for the race.
Here six writers pick their starting XIs for England, Belgium, France, Germany, Italy and Spain – the main favourites for the tournament in France – and their reasoning behind their selections.
While none of the four main favourites were expected to triumph in this race of truth, Vincenzo Nibali landed the first early jab, finishing 43 seconds behind Dennis and seven ahead of Chris Froome.
In the main event, fan favourite, Urijah Faber filled in for recently re-injured Dominic Cruz to go up against Brazilian Renan Barao.
His main rival and favourite Moscow Flyer crashed out at the fourth-last and Azertyuiop never looked like being headed as he powered over the last three fences.
Writing about a reality show seemed perfect for this author, especially because this one has a fairy as its main character, her favourite fantastic creature.
Instead, Frozen Fever will reunite viewers with their favourite main characters, with the official synopsis reading: "It's Anna's birthday and Elsa and Kristoff are determined to give her the best celebration ever, but Elsa's icy powers may put more than just the party at risk".
It kind of makes sense to write a letter to the main guy in your favourite band".
The other, a mile away, east of the main town, is my favourite beach in the world.
