he Looks very strong.
In every stage that counts he appears to be strong.
I think he as high probability of winning these year " Volta a portugal"
As i remember he is a good ITT, and better than anyone in front of him.
If he can make a good climb to the "Torre" ( Portuguese for Tower) he can be the winner.
The main favourite, David Blanco ( 2 times winner and former Communitat Valenciana rider ) is behind him 27'' . The 1st time he won the Volta he came to portugal because his tea at the time ( C. Valenciana) couldn't enter the "Vuelta" as a fall back from the Opereation Puerto.
Oficcial site for "Volta a Portugal"
71º Volta a Portugal Lagos Sports only in portuguese. Doesn't have a english version.