CSC close in at Paris-Nice; Blaudzun best bet at Tirreno

As a result of Bobby Julich leading a small group of three into the finish at Montélimar during today's stage of Paris-Nice [Stage 4], just five seconds behind stage winner Fabian Cancellara (Fassa Bortolo) but significantly, 27 seconds ahead of the peloton that included Alejandro Valverde (Illes Balears), the American is now Team CSC's best-placed rider in third place overall. However, Team CSC directeur-sportif Kim Andersen still believes Jens Voigt is their best chance for tomorrow's stage to Mont Faron.

Said a pleased Andersen after the stage: "It was high paced all day, and the peloton was very nervous. We attacked as planned in the crosswinds, but Voigt and Schleck didn't manage to escape. Fortunately, Bobby was alert, when Jaksche attacked towards the end.