Bradley Wiggins pre-race favorite to win the Tour de France . The British rider has won three stages in this year's race, and is expected to be among those who will attempt a late attack on stage 10 from Paris to Marseille. `` Ryder will break that historical trend . Compatriot Mark Cavendish defending green jersey of points winner . Race starts Saturday in Liege , Belgium with a prologue .
Bradley Wiggins pre-race favorite to win the Tour de France . The British rider has won three stages in this year's race, and is expected to be among those who will attempt a late attack on stage 10 from Paris to Marseille. Compatriot Mark Cavendish defending green jersey of points winner . Race starts Saturday in Liege , Belgium with a prologue .