2013 results:

(1st)Napolitano

(2nd)Vantomme

(3rd)Lorenzetto

Napolitano outsprinting Vantomme to win the inaugural edition of this race.

We are in Ukraine for the second edition of 'Race Horizon Park'. Despite clashing with the Melaka Governor's cup, this sprinters' classic, has still attracted many great sprinters from the abundance of pro continental teams.

It is expected that we will finish with a bunch sprint, however, the terrain is there for a breakaway or a late attack to survive to the finish. The route takes in a hill, which briefly maxes out at 9%, 23 times throughout the stage. In the first edition of the race the route didn't cause the pure sprinters too many problems.

Having won the first edition of the race it is Napolitano who starts as favourite. Having said that he is by no means a shoe-in to even podium, as he faces stiff opposition. He my be hindered by the fact his team doesn't look too capable of forming a sprint train.

Van Staeyen will go into the race as the most decorated puncheur. Now the terrain is not expected to cause too many problems to the pure sprinters, however, Van Staeyen may come to the last few hundred meters with plenty of reserves of stamina which, combined with his quality sprint, makes him a genuine threat for the win.

Goss is supported by a strong team of riders great against the clock. He will be there or thereabouts and will be looking to finish on the podium.

This race, being in Ukraine, is very important for Metinvest-Emirates and Privatbank - Nemiroff. Each have a credible chance at the stage win and it will be good viewing to see which team leaves with the bragging rights between the two. In the same race in 2013 Metinvest-Emirates had a disaster, Hoffman only managed a 15th place finish. They will be determined to set that result right.

The list of favourites is too long to cover everyone in detail, but there are a good 10+ sprinters who will fancy their chances of a podium finish or better.

Gazelle don't bring an out and out sprinter to the race, however, in Oss and Nuyens they bring two riders capable of succeeding from a late attack. Whereas Team Kenya Airways bring Gasparatto, who is a very interesting rider. He may be one to put in a late attack or try his hand in the sprint.

Compal-Merida, BelarusBank Pro Cycling, Team Ameriabank-Novatek & Team Nordeus are teams which will be looking for some sponsor exposure, at best! Though Mat Senan's recent victory proves you never can tell what is going to happen.

-- Will Napolitano make it 2 for 2?
-- Will we even see a bunch sprint decide the victor?
-- Will Privatbank - Nemiroff or Metinvest-Emirates win in their homeland?

All will answered soon!

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