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.
Hockey: Castletown crowned Ladies Premier League champions
Three other titles decided on Saturday
Rugby: Douglas keep playoff hopes alive
Much needed 31 point victory for Island side
Football: St Mary's into FA Cup Final
Douglas side will face CorinthiansÂ
FC Isle of Man claim comeback win to secure league safety
Ravens beat City of Liverpool who are relegated after defeat
FC Isle of Man to host struggling City of Liverpool
Visitors could be relegated if Ravens end losing streak