Lesson #1: Put a spoiler alert in the title (or at least the race title) if you are going to discuss race results on a forum.
I'd reccomend "Roadie" for good reading on the life of a bike racer. It also includes some basic tactics.
Sorry, the event was over, didn't think that would matter, mainstream newsfeeds are carrying it. I'll check out the book, for sure. Thanks for the info.
Bill