2006-07-15 06:30:49 · 12 answers · asked by zac y 3 in Sports ➔ Cycling
Yes, because I believe he would have won his eighth title this year. I honestly think he could have won ten in a row, given his ability, his focus on winning the Tour each year, and his team. However, that noted, I've genuinely enjoyed the 2006 Tour de France without him. There have been a record-tying number of changes in the person who wears the yellow jersey; and there is likely to be at least one more before the Tour ends. Floyd Landis, an American, has been very competitive despite a bum hip and has worn the yellow jersey on two separate occasions. Sadly, he cracked today and will probably not recover to finish on the podium in Paris. Levi Leipheimer, another American, has recovered from a disappointing time trial performance in the early stages of the race and appears headed for a top-ten finish. Many new faces have emerged from Lance's shadow to make this year's tour one of the most exciting in recent memory. I encourage you to check out the televised coverage on OLN or at least visit one of the sites below.
2006-07-19 11:47:57 · answer #1 · answered by metimoteo 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would want him to be in this year's TdF if it had featured all the top riders. But with Ivan Basso and Jan Ullrich, his main rival, both pulled from the race this year, it would have been a field that he would had decimated. With those two, Basso and Ullrich, it would have been an epic battle. And no, Soccerloverls, Lance is not too old to do the tour. He had two more good runs if not three more. That is how strong he is.
2006-07-15 14:53:48 · answer #2 · answered by Brzo Biciklo 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Everyone would love to see him again even if he doesn't win. His retire has taken the exciting factor out of it. They will show the highlight on Sportscenter every morning and I'll just be like 'who cares'. Last year, every American would be watching it live cheering him on. I do agree that he is probably too old. Also, does ANYONE know who is winning or what country he's from without looking it up right now? I really don't think so.
2006-07-15 13:41:57 · answer #3 · answered by rybigdawg 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It was exciting while he was in the Tour De France, but it is time for something new. Everyone athlete has their time, and his time has passed and it's time for a new era of riders.
2006-07-15 13:33:35 · answer #4 · answered by 'Barn 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Personally, I'm sick of hearing about him.
i figured after he finally retired I would have peace, but he shows up everywhere. Talk sow show spots, commercials, awards shows. He's a like a turd that just will not flush.
Enough already,
2006-07-15 13:34:57 · answer #5 · answered by ratboy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
who cares, does anyone even watch the tour de france?
2006-07-15 13:37:09 · answer #6 · answered by callme_bruce 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes,, lance armstrong
2006-07-15 13:40:54 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
He is a legend and all, but now he is just too old for that kinda thing. Just remember him for who he was and move on.
2006-07-15 13:33:24 · answer #8 · answered by soccerloverls 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I kinda miss him.But I think its better hes retired. So let him enjoy his well deserved retirement...
2006-07-15 13:45:08 · answer #9 · answered by msianmania 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yea, hes a great guy and all, but one of these times, hes really gonna hurt himself, so fer his saftey, i say no
2006-07-15 13:34:57 · answer #10 · answered by La_Di_Da 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋