Six of the best

The riders to follow

Chris Froome Team Sky

Chasing fourth win in five years, Froome has barely raced this season and is missing a few key team-mates. Still favourite.

Nairo Quintana Movistar

There’s no doubting Quintana’s climbing ability but have Movistar got the firepower to take on Sky?

Richie Porte BMC

Has never totally convinced in a three-week race, but this could be his moment.

Romain Bardet AG2R

All France will be willing him to be the first home winner since Bernard Hinault in 1985.

Simon Yates Orica-Scott

Could be an outside bet for a top five. His twin brother Adam managed it last year after all.

Peter Sagan Bora–Hansgrohe

Favourite to take his sixth consecutive green jersey.