‘Never experienced an atmosphere quite like this’ – Chris Froome relishes opportunity for stage wins at Tour de France

Chris Froome is relishing the atmosphere of the Tour de France as he looks to compete for stage wins. The British cyclist has been in good form, as are the rest of the Israel – Premier Tech team, and the hope is that form carries on at the Grand Tour.

Ad/> There were thousands at the Copenhagen Tivoli theme park during the team presentations, and many more fans are expected to make their presence known to support their teams. Tour de FranceContador rates Tour chances for Thomas, Yates, not ruling out Cav returnA DAY AGO “The energy here in Copenhagen has just been incredible," Froome told Eurosport.

«I’ve been to ten Tour de Frances, this is my tenth Grand Depart and I’ve never experienced an atmosphere quite like this atmosphere here in Copenhagen. So chapeau to everyone whose come out this evening and definitely looking forward to the few weeks of racing we’ve got coming up ahead.” When asked about what his dream scenario for this tour would be, the 37-year-old said that he was unsure simply because he doesn’t know what his limit will be.

“It's a bit of an unknown for me really because I haven’t really been able to test myself recently. I had to pull out of the Dauphine with a bit of sickness.

So I am really coming in here unknown.” Faulkner powers to Stage 1 win at Giro Donne, Van Vleuten sixth Team Bahrain Victorious hotel searched by police on eve of Tour de France However, the uncertainty isn’t stopping Froome from making sure he gives it his all. “I am going to take it each day at a time, give it absolutely 100% and for sure be on the lookout for any opportunities to take along the way.” Froome’s teammates include Canadian Michael Woods, and Danish Jakob Fuglsang, and the four-time Tour de France winner wants them