Are you the next Ibán? Nr. 4: Jonathan Castroviejo

Candidate number 4 is perhaps not the most obvious one, but given that I've spoken highly of this rider for two years now I thought it adequate to give Jonathan Castroviejo a chance at being classed the next Ibán. Here's how he fared:

• Basque? Si
• Awesome climber? Not so much at this stage of his career. Has the potential though, but I see him more evolving into a Valverde, Cunego type of climber rather than a mountain-goat
• Erratic? Hard to say so early on, but by the look of it I'd say no
• Good in long time trials? Most definetely (This ain't going too well...)
• Classy? Yep
• Rock star looks? No
• GT material? Maybe, but probably a rider more suited to one- and two-week stage-races
• Fragile personality? Seems like a level-headed bloke, but can't tell for sure until he gets real successful
• Cool sideburns and earrings? No
• Verdict: Why did I even consider him? Clearly a talented rider, but aside from being Basque, riding for Euskaltel and climbing alright, he's got nothing in common. And his time trialling is way too good to be classed 'The new Ibán'. Reminds me more of Samu to be honest. Watch this space.