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    Meanwhile, Christian Prudhomme, Tour de France director, has announced that Lance Armstrong, the seven-time Tour winner, will attend the presentation of next year's race in Paris next week. "On Wednesday in Paris, the top three of the 2009 Tour, Alberto Contador, Andy Schleck and Lance Armstrong will be there as well as Mark Cavendish" Prudhomme said. Full Article at The Telegraph
    On Wednesday in Paris, the top three of the 2009 Tour, Alberto Contador, Andy Schleck and Lance Armstrong will be there as well as Mark Cavendish
    SOURCE: The Telegraph 2 months ago
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Philippe Gilbert retains ParisTours title
  1. When Boonen attacked, I replied immediately. Then it was up to the stronger guy. I'm not afraid of anybody in a man to man sprint
    SOURCE: The Telegraph 2 months ago
  2. I was very disappointed about this sixth place at the worlds and this is a fine revenge. I also have big ambitions for the remaining races of the season like the Tour of Piedmont or the Tour of Lombardy.
    SOURCE: The Telegraph 2 months ago

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