Alexandre Vinokourov has been training in Italy for his return to cycling. The Astana leader poses for a photo with Eddy Merckx and Belgian champion Philippe Gilbert.
Sir Chris Hoy Great Britain — Cycling
Hoy (Sir Chris Hoy, in fact) won three gold medals in 2008, making him the most successful British Olympian in a century. The Scotsman will be 36 next summer, and while he may be past his prime, the crowd in the Velodrome should be able to help him secure at least one gold medal. (via Sir Chris Hoy - Great Britain — Cycling - 2012 Olympians to Watch - Photos - SI.com)