5 key stages to look out for at the Tour de France (The Associated Press)

A look at five key stages in the Tour de France, which starts on Saturday in Utrecht. A Tour de France contender does not want to be in the position of regretting a few lost seconds on July 26. While not a favorite for the stage win itself, former Tour champion Chris Froome will be favored to gain some precious time on his main rivals, Alberto Contador, and defending champ Vincenzo Nibali.