> Speaking at the team presentation in Burgas on Wednesday, Vine said plainly to Cyclingnews that "I don't think that's something that I'll be doing at this race," when asked if he had GC ambitions, with Adam Yates expected to be the Emirati team's sole leader in Almeida's absence.

> No, [Almeida pulling out] hasn't really changed my role. It's disappointing not having João here because I think he had a good chance to do a good race, but it's more opportunities for the team. I don't think it's going to change our plans much; we'll see what happens."

For my fellow vinestars