You don't have to like him.
It's a team race.
Thor get's plenty of help from his team but he doesn't get the dedicated train that Cav has as he can't deliver that sort of stage win so predictably.
– Arrogant
Indeed and most top sportspeople are. He does back it up with results though.
– Dangerous: sprints this year and last where crashes or near-crashes are caused by him.
How many? And have they been analysed that closely. I can't say I've payed enough attention to be able to comment.
– The uncalled-for gestures when he does win.
Once if I recall did he make rude gestures. Shouldn't have done it but he did seem quite pissed off with the Journos.
– His shouting at riders in the second group at last year's British Champs, wanted everyone to work for him and chase down the escape.
No idea. I guess he wanted some help which wasn't forthcoming as everyone realised he'd win the sprint. I assume he missed the break and had no way of bridging it on his own.