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La Vuelta a Espana preview and discussion
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Posted on 15-03-2012 22:28
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Looks like Gomez Marchante had a really good day, can't complain about that jump GC jump at all! 
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| Avin Wargunnson |
Posted on 16-03-2012 05:57
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Madrazo domination 
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Posted on 16-03-2012 06:51
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No opposition for Madrazo!
Will be very interesting to see what he can do in the Tour.
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Posted on 16-03-2012 08:01
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Yeah Madrazo vs. Cunego could be epic.
Another good stage for Contador. Seemingly the 2nd best climber, and 3rd today behind Valverde is good.
My dream scenario for stage 21. 5 riders jumps clear and wins with a couple of minutes. Bright sun and no crashes. If that is the case this has been my dream Vuelta. A bit bummed that Tim Dees was this poor, but I guess he just doesn't have what it takes to be a proper domestique in races this long. Had hoped for him to end up around 30th-35th though.
Contador well placed in GC, Sprint and Mountains competition. Can we hold on to those positions I'd be very happy.
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| SportingNonsense |
Posted on 16-03-2012 10:08
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Mb isnt going to have fun in renewals, if Madrazo goes on to do very well in the Tour aswell
Intxausti within touching distance of a podium, which would be brilliant. He does seem to like the Vuelta, fortunately.
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Posted on 16-03-2012 13:51
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Too bad Machado cracked on the last week. 6th is still a very good result for him nonetheless.
Just missing the stage win but I'l gladly give it away if it ensures Machado won't crash on the last stage
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| mb2612 |
Posted on 16-03-2012 18:12
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SportingNonsense wrote:
Mb isnt going to have fun in renewals, if Madrazo goes on to do very well in the Tour aswell
Intxausti within touching distance of a podium, which would be brilliant. He does seem to like the Vuelta, fortunately.
Play nice SN, he's not that good.
 [url=www.pcmdaily.com/forum/viewthread.php?thread_id=33182] Team Santander Media Thread[/url]
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| Kami |
Posted on 16-03-2012 18:15
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mb2612 wrote:
SportingNonsense wrote:
Mb isnt going to have fun in renewals, if Madrazo goes on to do very well in the Tour aswell
Intxausti within touching distance of a podium, which would be brilliant. He does seem to like the Vuelta, fortunately.
Play nice SN, he's not that good.
If he actually wins the Tour aswell (which is possible), i think you might be looking towards 1.5mil wage.
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Posted on 16-03-2012 18:16
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And a top 3 PT ranking...
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| SportingNonsense |
Posted on 17-03-2012 00:20
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mb2612 wrote:
SportingNonsense wrote:
Mb isnt going to have fun in renewals, if Madrazo goes on to do very well in the Tour aswell
Intxausti within touching distance of a podium, which would be brilliant. He does seem to like the Vuelta, fortunately.
Play nice SN, he's not that good.
Same system as has been used for a few seasons  Top results in the big races leads riders to wanting more money
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Posted on 17-03-2012 07:02
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SportingNonsense wrote:
mb2612 wrote:
SportingNonsense wrote:
Mb isnt going to have fun in renewals, if Madrazo goes on to do very well in the Tour aswell
Intxausti within touching distance of a podium, which would be brilliant. He does seem to like the Vuelta, fortunately.
Play nice SN, he's not that good.
Same system as has been used for a few seasons Top results in the big races leads riders to wanting more money
Then I hope a little French guy who won on the Mur de Huy will remember that his stats are declining and don't ask for too much
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| mb2612 |
Posted on 17-03-2012 08:33
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SportingNonsense wrote:
mb2612 wrote:
SportingNonsense wrote:
Mb isnt going to have fun in renewals, if Madrazo goes on to do very well in the Tour aswell
Intxausti within touching distance of a podium, which would be brilliant. He does seem to like the Vuelta, fortunately.
Play nice SN, he's not that good.
Same system as has been used for a few seasons Top results in the big races leads riders to wanting more money
Spilak was the most expensive rider at 1.1 last year right?
I figure that Arroyo was always going to be a one season play, so as long as Madrazo stays below 1.25 million it should be fine.
[url=www.pcmdaily.com/forum/viewthread.php?thread_id=33182] Team Santander Media Thread[/url]
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Posted on 17-03-2012 09:10
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mb2612 wrote:
SportingNonsense wrote:
mb2612 wrote:
SportingNonsense wrote:
Mb isnt going to have fun in renewals, if Madrazo goes on to do very well in the Tour aswell
Intxausti within touching distance of a podium, which would be brilliant. He does seem to like the Vuelta, fortunately.
Play nice SN, he's not that good.
Same system as has been used for a few seasons Top results in the big races leads riders to wanting more money
Spilak was the most expensive rider at 1.1 last year right?
I figure that Arroyo was always going to be a one season play, so as long as Madrazo stays below 1.25 million it should be fine.
But he "only" won the Tour, and only by a minute or so. Madrazo winning the Vuelta by 10mins and perhaps the Tour. That is total domination, much more so than I ever remember seing in the Man-Game.
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| mb2612 |
Posted on 17-03-2012 09:50
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Cunego won the Giro by 12 minutes in 2010, although he "only" won 3 stages.
I guess I hope that as Madrazo only got 3 races he won't pick up too many points.
[url=www.pcmdaily.com/forum/viewthread.php?thread_id=33182] Team Santander Media Thread[/url]
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| Kami |
Posted on 17-03-2012 10:14
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Thing is, the Tour is higher rated then the Vuelta and the Giro. Madrazo dominated the Vuelta, so he'll get on the same wage as Spilak just by that, although i'm guessing with the amount of stage wins, point/KoM jersey, he'll be even higher. Add to that a Tour with a probable podium and a stage win.
At best, i see him ending with the 1.3mil from Cunego last season (if he doesn't crash at the Tour ofc.)
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| Kami |
Posted on 18-03-2012 14:19
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Ow well, i certainly can't complain with 2 stage wins and 4th in both KoM/Points. However, i feel a lot of these flat stages were just a waste.
Anyways, overall, very great reports, Smowz! Great job!
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| CountArach |
Posted on 18-03-2012 14:48
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Fantastic reporting smowz! Congrats to Santander there - a magnificent result.
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| mb2612 |
Posted on 18-03-2012 14:53
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Amazing reports, and an excellent result.
My grand plan from when I started the game three years ago has paid off.
[url=www.pcmdaily.com/forum/viewthread.php?thread_id=33182] Team Santander Media Thread[/url]
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Posted on 18-03-2012 14:55
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Great reporting all the way through, Smowz! 
And congratulations to Santander, superb performance. Nice to see Zeits grab 8th on the final stage, I'm having some hopes for him for the next season. |
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Posted on 18-03-2012 14:58
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Great work, Smowz!
And congrats to the dominant Santander team!
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