Michael Woods leads team at Tour de France but says 'I don't deserve to be in the conversation for the win'

The Canadian has been one of the best climbers this season but his time trial form has let him down

Michael Woods on the final stage of the Tour de Suisse 2021
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Michael Woods has played down his chances of going for the win at the Tour de France 2021, saying he doesn't deserve to in the conversation for the win.

Woods is set to be the team leader for Israel Start-Up Nation who bring a very experienced looking line-up to the race including four-time winner Chris Froome, and multiple stage winners André Greipel and Dan Martin.

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