Gesink, Leipheimer & Antler Head (flickr cc/the dublin reeds)
Levi Leipheimer still retains the overall lead that he established on Wednesday during a breakaway with Robert Gesink (see above).
Other notes:
--It's been a good tour for Antler Head (see above). Lots of TV time and even some commentary during stage one.
--I hope this helps. Go to http://www.letleviride.com/ to sign the online petition. Maybe you can help save cycling.
--Watching the circuit on stage one is painful for anyone who has ridden a criterium. Every time you'd see a close-up of the riders crossing over those road reflectors, you tense up expecting a fall.
--Chris Horner -- great rider. I never get tired of watching him out there.
