The main event of the pro cycling season is fast approaching. With just three days left to the start of the 2018 Tour de France, it's a perfect time to take a closer look at the race.
Can anyone dethrone four-time Tour de France champion Chris Froome? Which of the sprinters will reign supreme? Will green jersey hopeful Peter Sagan find the route to his liking?
We "recon" the route — and it's a good one — and the many stars set to make the start in the French grand tour.