Modest Expectations in Armstrong’s Comeback Race
Though Lance Armstrong has proven himself a serial winner, there is little expectation that he will leave here a winner on Sunday when his comeback race, the Tour Down Under, ends. nytimes.com |
With Time Running Out, Stage Victory Eludes U.S.-Based Team Again
Danny Pate came in third in Thursday’s stage of the Giro d’Italia, behind Michele Scarponi of Italy and Félix Rafael Cárdenas of Columbia. nytimes.com |
Simoni Heeds Giro's Call and Races Once Again at 39
Gilberto Simoni is an inspiration to all retirees. He is back on his bicycle in the Giro d'Italia for the 14th time during his 16-year career as a professional. nytimes.com |
Cavendish Wins Second Straight Stage
Mark Cavendish, 25, hadn’t been having the best season before Stage 5. But his fortunes have changed. nytimes.com |
Viable Economic Structure Eludes Worldwide Tour for Cycling
That the province of Quebec has hosted the only two North American ProTour events is a sign to several prominent people in cycling of the sport’s peculiar economic structure. nytimes.com |