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Team analysis by Bernard Thévenet, two time winner of the Tour de France. COUNTING ON O’CONNOR The team managed by Vincent Lavenu won’t be changing its plans and will rely on its leader  Ben O’Connor, fourth in the 2021 Tour de France, when he won the stage into Tignes. Following that success, the Australian showed great resistance for the rest of the race, but was unable to confirm last year after suffering two heavy crashes before retiring. He can target a place in the top five, although the podium is likely to be out of his reach. With the likely participations of Oliver Naesen, Greg Van Avermaet and Benoît Cosnefroy, he won’t lack for strong support. It would be good for the latter if he could win a stage. He needs that boost to his palmarès! Team Info General Manager: Vincent Lavenu Sponsors: Insurance corporation; French car manufacturer Team Founded: 1992 Bike: BMC Drivetrain: Campagnolo Wheels: Campagnolo Clothing: Rosti Team Leaders: Ben O’Connor (Aus), 27  Support Riders: Lineup yet to be confirmed. Team News & Analysis