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The real reason that Valverde often missus out on the podium is down to the fact that he simply, doesn't ride smart and take advantage of opportunities that fall in his lap. Instead, Valverde tends to be content with chasing a podium finish and staying out of trouble, in place of really going for it and taking the victory.
Verdict:
Given his sketchy and dishonest past, Valverde would probably be an unpopular winner outside of his native Spain, yet given strong performances in Ruta Del Sol, Roma Maxima, Vuelta Murcia an Fleche Wallone - there is a real possibility that Valverde could take a place on the podium in Paris for the 1st time in his career.
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