Manxman Mark Cavendish began his Tour De France 2009 bid on Saturday.
He finished well off the pace, a good three minutes behind the winner, Switzerland's Fabian Cancellara in the time trial, but his main focus remains on tomorrow’s (Sunday) first road race stage.
Britain's Bradley Wiggins finished third in the opening stage in Monaco, 19 seconds behind the winner, while seven-time champion Lance Armstrong - who's back on his bike after coming out of retirement - was 10th.
FC Isle of Man face Cheadle Town in quest to bounce back
Ravens can secure place in division for next season if they avoid defeat
Hockey: Ladies Premier League title could be decided this weekend
Numerous division crowns up for grabs in latest local fixtures
Rugby: Douglas and Widnes to meet in battle for play-offs
Southern Nomads hunting for Manx Cup final place
Football: Premier league top two to meet in FA Cup semi-finals
Corinthians and Peel to meet in heavyweight clash during this weekend's fixtures
