Van Garderen tempers Tour of California expectations

Tejay Van Garderen (HTC-Highroad) leading the chase group on Sierra Road.

Tejay Van Garderen (HTC-Highroad) leading the chase group on Sierra Road. (Image credit: Jonathan Devich)

Tejay van Garderen entered this year's Amgen Tour of California hoping to win. At the opening press conference, the young American spoke confidently of his chances. Asked if he thought he belonged among the favorites he said, "I would agree, I would put myself as one of the favorites too, that is definitely the goal. The goal could either be to do well or to win and I'm going to try to win. If I fail, then I fail."