Lance Armstrong essentially says Americans are at risk while traveling in France
Jul 22nd 2004, 8:52 am
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Lance Armstrong essentially says Americans are at risk while traveling in France
http://www.nypost.com/news/worldnews/18138.htm
July 22, 2004 -- Asinine German cycling fans harassed five-time Tour
de France champion Lance Armstrong during yesterday's grueling ride
though the French Alps — two of the "idiots" spat on him, and another
spectator chased him while wearing a "F - - - Bush" T-shirt. By the
end of the day, of course, the spit on Armstrong was exchanged for a
bath of champagne, thanks to the Texan's time-trial victory.
But the win did not erase what had happened.
"I don't think it's safe," said Armstrong
That sentiment was captured in a roadside sign last week that read,
"Lance Go Home."
As a result, Armstrong has bodyguards during the three-week race.
"Nothing against the French, but in France, they're after us,"
Armstrong said.
July 22, 2004 -- Asinine German cycling fans harassed five-time Tour
de France champion Lance Armstrong during yesterday's grueling ride
though the French Alps — two of the "idiots" spat on him, and another
spectator chased him while wearing a "F - - - Bush" T-shirt. By the
end of the day, of course, the spit on Armstrong was exchanged for a
bath of champagne, thanks to the Texan's time-trial victory.
But the win did not erase what had happened.
"I don't think it's safe," said Armstrong
That sentiment was captured in a roadside sign last week that read,
"Lance Go Home."
As a result, Armstrong has bodyguards during the three-week race.
"Nothing against the French, but in France, they're after us,"
Armstrong said.
Jul 22nd 2004, 9:03 am
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Bobby Fischler wrote:
> http://www.nypost.com/news/worldnews/18138.htm
>
> July 22, 2004 -- Asinine German cycling fans harassed five-time Tour
> de France champion Lance Armstrong during yesterday's grueling ride
> though the French Alps — two of the "idiots" spat on him, and another
> spectator chased him while wearing a "F - - - Bush" T-shirt. By the
> end of the day, of course, the spit on Armstrong was exchanged for a
> bath of champagne, thanks to the Texan's time-trial victory.
> But the win did not erase what had happened.
>
> "I don't think it's safe," said Armstrong
>
> That sentiment was captured in a roadside sign last week that read,
> "Lance Go Home."
>
> As a result, Armstrong has bodyguards during the three-week race.
>
> "Nothing against the French, but in France, they're after us,"
> Armstrong said.
I am going to France next summer, and as usual, I have nothing to fear.
French people don't hate Americans, but they do hate self righteous
jingoists. And who was it that spit on Armstrong? Germans, not French.
Don't go to Paris in the summer when it is hot and all the tourists with
their endless demands and stupid comments are making the locals testy.
Go to the French countryside and visit with the farmers and winemakers.
Stay in a gîte (pronounced zheet), a country style bed and breakfast,
many of which are only $40 a night. Eat the food, drink the wine, thank
them for hiding downed US airmen in WWII. I guarantee you you will not
feel threatened.
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> http://www.nypost.com/news/worldnews/18138.htm
>
> July 22, 2004 -- Asinine German cycling fans harassed five-time Tour
> de France champion Lance Armstrong during yesterday's grueling ride
> though the French Alps — two of the "idiots" spat on him, and another
> spectator chased him while wearing a "F - - - Bush" T-shirt. By the
> end of the day, of course, the spit on Armstrong was exchanged for a
> bath of champagne, thanks to the Texan's time-trial victory.
> But the win did not erase what had happened.
>
> "I don't think it's safe," said Armstrong
>
> That sentiment was captured in a roadside sign last week that read,
> "Lance Go Home."
>
> As a result, Armstrong has bodyguards during the three-week race.
>
> "Nothing against the French, but in France, they're after us,"
> Armstrong said.
I am going to France next summer, and as usual, I have nothing to fear.
French people don't hate Americans, but they do hate self righteous
jingoists. And who was it that spit on Armstrong? Germans, not French.
Don't go to Paris in the summer when it is hot and all the tourists with
their endless demands and stupid comments are making the locals testy.
Go to the French countryside and visit with the farmers and winemakers.
Stay in a gîte (pronounced zheet), a country style bed and breakfast,
many of which are only $40 a night. Eat the food, drink the wine, thank
them for hiding downed US airmen in WWII. I guarantee you you will not
feel threatened.
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Jul 22nd 2004, 9:20 am
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Their just pissed that the French 'award girls' are eager to kiss
'Lance'...<G>
Tim K
"Bobby Fischler" <[email protected]> wrote in message
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> http://www.nypost.com/news/worldnews/18138.htm
> July 22, 2004 -- Asinine German cycling fans harassed five-time Tour
> de France champion Lance Armstrong during yesterday's grueling ride
> though the French Alps - two of the "idiots" spat on him, and another
> spectator chased him while wearing a "F - - - Bush" T-shirt. By the
> end of the day, of course, the spit on Armstrong was exchanged for a
> bath of champagne, thanks to the Texan's time-trial victory.
> But the win did not erase what had happened.
> "I don't think it's safe," said Armstrong
> That sentiment was captured in a roadside sign last week that read,
> "Lance Go Home."
> As a result, Armstrong has bodyguards during the three-week race.
> "Nothing against the French, but in France, they're after us,"
> Armstrong said.
'Lance'...<G>
Tim K
"Bobby Fischler" <[email protected]> wrote in message
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> http://www.nypost.com/news/worldnews/18138.htm
> July 22, 2004 -- Asinine German cycling fans harassed five-time Tour
> de France champion Lance Armstrong during yesterday's grueling ride
> though the French Alps - two of the "idiots" spat on him, and another
> spectator chased him while wearing a "F - - - Bush" T-shirt. By the
> end of the day, of course, the spit on Armstrong was exchanged for a
> bath of champagne, thanks to the Texan's time-trial victory.
> But the win did not erase what had happened.
> "I don't think it's safe," said Armstrong
> That sentiment was captured in a roadside sign last week that read,
> "Lance Go Home."
> As a result, Armstrong has bodyguards during the three-week race.
> "Nothing against the French, but in France, they're after us,"
> Armstrong said.
Jul 22nd 2004, 9:44 am
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Well, I'm not Lance Armstrong, so I doubt I have anything to worry about.
Jul 22nd 2004, 10:51 am
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John Starrett wrote:
> Bobby Fischler wrote:
<rubbish snipped>
> I am going to France next summer, and as usual, I have nothing to
> fear. French people don't hate Americans, but they do hate self
> righteous jingoists. And who was it that spit on Armstrong? Germans,
> not French.
> Don't go to Paris in the summer when it is hot and all the tourists
> with their endless demands and stupid comments are making the locals
> testy.
> Go to the French countryside and visit with the farmers and
> winemakers. Stay in a gîte (pronounced zheet), a country style bed
> and breakfast, many of which are only $40 a night. Eat the food,
> drink the wine, thank them for hiding downed US airmen in WWII. I
> guarantee you you will not feel threatened.
Good post, John.
> Bobby Fischler wrote:
<rubbish snipped>
> I am going to France next summer, and as usual, I have nothing to
> fear. French people don't hate Americans, but they do hate self
> righteous jingoists. And who was it that spit on Armstrong? Germans,
> not French.
> Don't go to Paris in the summer when it is hot and all the tourists
> with their endless demands and stupid comments are making the locals
> testy.
> Go to the French countryside and visit with the farmers and
> winemakers. Stay in a gîte (pronounced zheet), a country style bed
> and breakfast, many of which are only $40 a night. Eat the food,
> drink the wine, thank them for hiding downed US airmen in WWII. I
> guarantee you you will not feel threatened.
Good post, John.
Jul 22nd 2004, 11:13 am
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Tyler Banks wrote:
> John Starrett wrote:
>
>>Bobby Fischler wrote:
>
> <rubbish snipped>
>
>>I am going to France next summer, and as usual, I have nothing to
>>fear. French people don't hate Americans, but they do hate self
>>righteous jingoists. And who was it that spit on Armstrong? Germans,
>>not French.
>>Don't go to Paris in the summer when it is hot and all the tourists
>>with their endless demands and stupid comments are making the locals
>>testy.
>>Go to the French countryside and visit with the farmers and
>>winemakers. Stay in a gîte (pronounced zheet), a country style bed
>>and breakfast, many of which are only $40 a night. Eat the food,
>>drink the wine, thank them for hiding downed US airmen in WWII. I
>>guarantee you you will not feel threatened.
>
>
>
> Good post, John.
Merci.
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> John Starrett wrote:
>
>>Bobby Fischler wrote:
>
> <rubbish snipped>
>
>>I am going to France next summer, and as usual, I have nothing to
>>fear. French people don't hate Americans, but they do hate self
>>righteous jingoists. And who was it that spit on Armstrong? Germans,
>>not French.
>>Don't go to Paris in the summer when it is hot and all the tourists
>>with their endless demands and stupid comments are making the locals
>>testy.
>>Go to the French countryside and visit with the farmers and
>>winemakers. Stay in a gîte (pronounced zheet), a country style bed
>>and breakfast, many of which are only $40 a night. Eat the food,
>>drink the wine, thank them for hiding downed US airmen in WWII. I
>>guarantee you you will not feel threatened.
>
>
>
> Good post, John.
Merci.
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Jul 22nd 2004, 11:34 am
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Well said
"John Starrett" <[email protected]> wrote in message
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> Bobby Fischler wrote:
> > http://www.nypost.com/news/worldnews/18138.htm
> >
> > July 22, 2004 -- Asinine German cycling fans harassed five-time Tour
> > de France champion Lance Armstrong during yesterday's grueling ride
> > though the French Alps — two of the "idiots" spat on him, and another
> > spectator chased him while wearing a "F - - - Bush" T-shirt. By the
> > end of the day, of course, the spit on Armstrong was exchanged for a
> > bath of champagne, thanks to the Texan's time-trial victory.
> > But the win did not erase what had happened.
> >
> > "I don't think it's safe," said Armstrong
> >
> > That sentiment was captured in a roadside sign last week that read,
> > "Lance Go Home."
> >
> > As a result, Armstrong has bodyguards during the three-week race.
> >
> > "Nothing against the French, but in France, they're after us,"
> > Armstrong said.
> I am going to France next summer, and as usual, I have nothing to fear.
> French people don't hate Americans, but they do hate self righteous
> jingoists. And who was it that spit on Armstrong? Germans, not French.
> Don't go to Paris in the summer when it is hot and all the tourists with
> their endless demands and stupid comments are making the locals testy.
> Go to the French countryside and visit with the farmers and winemakers.
> Stay in a gîte (pronounced zheet), a country style bed and breakfast,
> many of which are only $40 a night. Eat the food, drink the wine, thank
> them for hiding downed US airmen in WWII. I guarantee you you will not
> feel threatened.
> --
> John Starrett
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"John Starrett" <[email protected]> wrote in message
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> Bobby Fischler wrote:
> > http://www.nypost.com/news/worldnews/18138.htm
> >
> > July 22, 2004 -- Asinine German cycling fans harassed five-time Tour
> > de France champion Lance Armstrong during yesterday's grueling ride
> > though the French Alps — two of the "idiots" spat on him, and another
> > spectator chased him while wearing a "F - - - Bush" T-shirt. By the
> > end of the day, of course, the spit on Armstrong was exchanged for a
> > bath of champagne, thanks to the Texan's time-trial victory.
> > But the win did not erase what had happened.
> >
> > "I don't think it's safe," said Armstrong
> >
> > That sentiment was captured in a roadside sign last week that read,
> > "Lance Go Home."
> >
> > As a result, Armstrong has bodyguards during the three-week race.
> >
> > "Nothing against the French, but in France, they're after us,"
> > Armstrong said.
> I am going to France next summer, and as usual, I have nothing to fear.
> French people don't hate Americans, but they do hate self righteous
> jingoists. And who was it that spit on Armstrong? Germans, not French.
> Don't go to Paris in the summer when it is hot and all the tourists with
> their endless demands and stupid comments are making the locals testy.
> Go to the French countryside and visit with the farmers and winemakers.
> Stay in a gîte (pronounced zheet), a country style bed and breakfast,
> many of which are only $40 a night. Eat the food, drink the wine, thank
> them for hiding downed US airmen in WWII. I guarantee you you will not
> feel threatened.
> --
> John Starrett
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Jul 22nd 2004, 12:07 pm
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"Bobby Fischler" <[email protected]> wrote in message
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> http://www.nypost.com/news/worldnews/18138.htm
> July 22, 2004 -- Asinine German cycling fans harassed five-time Tour
> de France champion Lance Armstrong during yesterday's grueling ride
> though the French Alps - two of the "idiots" spat on him, and another
> spectator chased him while wearing a "F - - - Bush" T-shirt.
That's 3 people out of how many hundred thousand? And two of 'em were of
what nationality? Yah, that's better than he'd probably get here in Texas,
if ya wanna know the truth.
-Tock
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> http://www.nypost.com/news/worldnews/18138.htm
> July 22, 2004 -- Asinine German cycling fans harassed five-time Tour
> de France champion Lance Armstrong during yesterday's grueling ride
> though the French Alps - two of the "idiots" spat on him, and another
> spectator chased him while wearing a "F - - - Bush" T-shirt.
That's 3 people out of how many hundred thousand? And two of 'em were of
what nationality? Yah, that's better than he'd probably get here in Texas,
if ya wanna know the truth.
-Tock
Jul 22nd 2004, 12:45 pm
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[email protected] (Bobby Fischler) wrote:
>http://www.nypost.com/news/worldnews/18138.htm
>July 22, 2004 -- Asinine German cycling fans harassed five-time Tour
>de France champion Lance Armstrong during yesterday's grueling ride
>though the French Alps Ñ two of the "idiots" spat on him, and another
>spectator chased him while wearing a "F - - - Bush" T-shirt. By the
>end of the day, of course, the spit on Armstrong was exchanged for a
>bath of champagne, thanks to the Texan's time-trial victory.
>But the win did not erase what had happened.
>"I don't think it's safe," said Armstrong
Once again this troll is trying to twist reality to suit his hatreds
and fears. Lance Armstrong did in fact say the quote above, however
he was referring to the proximity of the crowd to the riders.
http://sports.yahoo.com/sc/news;_ylc...ters&type=lgns
L'ALPE D'HUEZ, France, July 21 (Reuters) - Tour de France director
Jean-Marie Leblanc admitted he had seen fans spit at five-times
champion Lance Armstrong during the 15.5-km time trial to L'Alpe
d'Huez on Wednesday.
Leblanc also said the swarming crowds on the twisting climb had
frightened him as riders, including Armstrong, were forced to weave
through excited fans who jumped out on to the road.
"I was scared too and I felt relieved when we reached the section with
barriers," Leblanc told Reuters after stage winner Armstrong described
the stage as a "bad idea" and hit out at some German fans.
"Until this morning, everybody thought this time trial was a good idea
and now we realised it was not so.
"There were lots of aggressive fans surrounding the riders and I even
saw two idiots spit at Lance Armstrong."
"Unfortunately I doubt you can put barriers on the 14 kilometres of
the climb," he added.
Armstrong, who stormed to victory nearly a minute ahead of his closest
challenger Jan Ullrich and now looks set for a record sixth Tour win,
urged organisers to think seriously about holding another time trial
at the ski resort.
"I don't know if that's such a good thing for the Tour de France. I
don't think it's safe. I think organisers should watch out," said the
American.
>http://www.nypost.com/news/worldnews/18138.htm
>July 22, 2004 -- Asinine German cycling fans harassed five-time Tour
>de France champion Lance Armstrong during yesterday's grueling ride
>though the French Alps Ñ two of the "idiots" spat on him, and another
>spectator chased him while wearing a "F - - - Bush" T-shirt. By the
>end of the day, of course, the spit on Armstrong was exchanged for a
>bath of champagne, thanks to the Texan's time-trial victory.
>But the win did not erase what had happened.
>"I don't think it's safe," said Armstrong
Once again this troll is trying to twist reality to suit his hatreds
and fears. Lance Armstrong did in fact say the quote above, however
he was referring to the proximity of the crowd to the riders.
http://sports.yahoo.com/sc/news;_ylc...ters&type=lgns
L'ALPE D'HUEZ, France, July 21 (Reuters) - Tour de France director
Jean-Marie Leblanc admitted he had seen fans spit at five-times
champion Lance Armstrong during the 15.5-km time trial to L'Alpe
d'Huez on Wednesday.
Leblanc also said the swarming crowds on the twisting climb had
frightened him as riders, including Armstrong, were forced to weave
through excited fans who jumped out on to the road.
"I was scared too and I felt relieved when we reached the section with
barriers," Leblanc told Reuters after stage winner Armstrong described
the stage as a "bad idea" and hit out at some German fans.
"Until this morning, everybody thought this time trial was a good idea
and now we realised it was not so.
"There were lots of aggressive fans surrounding the riders and I even
saw two idiots spit at Lance Armstrong."
"Unfortunately I doubt you can put barriers on the 14 kilometres of
the climb," he added.
Armstrong, who stormed to victory nearly a minute ahead of his closest
challenger Jan Ullrich and now looks set for a record sixth Tour win,
urged organisers to think seriously about holding another time trial
at the ski resort.
"I don't know if that's such a good thing for the Tour de France. I
don't think it's safe. I think organisers should watch out," said the
American.
Jul 22nd 2004, 1:43 pm
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[email protected] (Bobby Fischler) wrote in message news:<[email protected]. com>...
> http://www.nypost.com/news/worldnews/18138.htm
>
> July 22, 2004 -- Asinine German cycling fans harassed five-time Tour
> de France champion Lance Armstrong during yesterday's grueling ride
> though the French Alps ? two of the "idiots" spat on him, and another
> spectator chased him while wearing a "F - - - Bush" T-shirt. By the
> end of the day, of course, the spit on Armstrong was exchanged for a
> bath of champagne, thanks to the Texan's time-trial victory.
> But the win did not erase what had happened.
>
> "I don't think it's safe," said Armstrong
>
> That sentiment was captured in a roadside sign last week that read,
> "Lance Go Home."
>
> As a result, Armstrong has bodyguards during the three-week race.
>
> "Nothing against the French, but in France, they're after us,"
> Armstrong said.
Uh, Lance, take a peek over your shoulder--the entire field is after you!
Poor guy is suffering from altitude sickness...
> http://www.nypost.com/news/worldnews/18138.htm
>
> July 22, 2004 -- Asinine German cycling fans harassed five-time Tour
> de France champion Lance Armstrong during yesterday's grueling ride
> though the French Alps ? two of the "idiots" spat on him, and another
> spectator chased him while wearing a "F - - - Bush" T-shirt. By the
> end of the day, of course, the spit on Armstrong was exchanged for a
> bath of champagne, thanks to the Texan's time-trial victory.
> But the win did not erase what had happened.
>
> "I don't think it's safe," said Armstrong
>
> That sentiment was captured in a roadside sign last week that read,
> "Lance Go Home."
>
> As a result, Armstrong has bodyguards during the three-week race.
>
> "Nothing against the French, but in France, they're after us,"
> Armstrong said.
Uh, Lance, take a peek over your shoulder--the entire field is after you!
Poor guy is suffering from altitude sickness...
Jul 22nd 2004, 2:09 pm
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"John Starrett" <[email protected]> wrote in message
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> I am going to France next summer, and as usual, I have nothing to fear.
> French people don't hate Americans, but they do hate self righteous
> jingoists. And who was it that spit on Armstrong? Germans, not French.
> Don't go to Paris in the summer when it is hot and all the tourists with
> their endless demands and stupid comments are making the locals testy.
> Go to the French countryside and visit with the farmers and winemakers.
> Stay in a gîte (pronounced zheet), a country style bed and breakfast,
> many of which are only $40 a night. Eat the food, drink the wine, thank
> them for hiding downed US airmen in WWII. I guarantee you you will not
> feel threatened.
> --
> John Starrett
My wife and I are planning to visit France next fall. (Or next spring,
depending on what my mechanic is going to charge me tomorrow for a car
repair I need..........) thanks for the B&B tip. As for the rest, I already
figured as much, but thanks anyway.........
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his eyes are dimmed." - Albert Einstein
news:[email protected]...
> I am going to France next summer, and as usual, I have nothing to fear.
> French people don't hate Americans, but they do hate self righteous
> jingoists. And who was it that spit on Armstrong? Germans, not French.
> Don't go to Paris in the summer when it is hot and all the tourists with
> their endless demands and stupid comments are making the locals testy.
> Go to the French countryside and visit with the farmers and winemakers.
> Stay in a gîte (pronounced zheet), a country style bed and breakfast,
> many of which are only $40 a night. Eat the food, drink the wine, thank
> them for hiding downed US airmen in WWII. I guarantee you you will not
> feel threatened.
> --
> John Starrett
My wife and I are planning to visit France next fall. (Or next spring,
depending on what my mechanic is going to charge me tomorrow for a car
repair I need..........) thanks for the B&B tip. As for the rest, I already
figured as much, but thanks anyway.........
--
David Spiro
Liver Transplant Recipient - 8/1/97
RECYCLE YOURSELF! - BE AN ORGAN DONOR
"The most beautiful experience we can have is the mysterious. It is the
fundamental emotion which stands at the cradle of true art and true science.
Whosoever does not know it and can no longer marvel, is as good as dead, and
his eyes are dimmed." - Albert Einstein
Jul 22nd 2004, 5:08 pm
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NoNameAtAll <[email protected]> wrote:
> Well, I'm not Lance Armstrong, so I doubt I have anything to worry about.
Yeah, if you don't mind taking your life into your own hands. Wat if someone
comes up and wears a t-shirt at you like they did to Lance? He's a champion
athlete with years of intense training; he can take it. Could you?
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> Well, I'm not Lance Armstrong, so I doubt I have anything to worry about.
Yeah, if you don't mind taking your life into your own hands. Wat if someone
comes up and wears a t-shirt at you like they did to Lance? He's a champion
athlete with years of intense training; he can take it. Could you?
miguel
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Jul 22nd 2004, 5:30 pm
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On Thu, 22 Jul 2004 14:52:56 -0700, Bobby Fischler wrote:
> "I don't think it's safe," said Armstrong
>
> That sentiment was captured in a roadside sign last week that read,
> "Lance Go Home."
>
> As a result, Armstrong has bodyguards during the three-week race.
>
> "Nothing against the French, but in France, they're after us,"
> Armstrong said.
It's all the fault of Muslims, right?
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> "I don't think it's safe," said Armstrong
>
> That sentiment was captured in a roadside sign last week that read,
> "Lance Go Home."
>
> As a result, Armstrong has bodyguards during the three-week race.
>
> "Nothing against the French, but in France, they're after us,"
> Armstrong said.
It's all the fault of Muslims, right?
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Jul 22nd 2004, 6:29 pm
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Re: Lance Armstrong essentially says Americans are at risk while traveling in France
> July 22, 2004 -- Asinine German cycling fans harassed five-time Tour
> de France champion Lance Armstrong during yesterday's grueling ride
> though the French Alps ?
...
> That sentiment was captured in a roadside sign last week that read,
> "Lance Go Home."
...
> "Nothing against the French, but in France, they're after us,"
> Armstrong said.
I'd rather think it's because Mr. Armstrongs behaviour and character
which has changed in a bad way during his career.
Remember his races against Jan Ullrich in the past, when they fought
like hell, but helped and waited for each other in case of accidents?
Lance Armstrong won and the crowd loved him.
The contrary, for example yesterday: Mr. Armstrong hang at the back
wheel of another driver all the time (which saves up to 30% power),
let him do all the work, so he could easily pass him a second before
the finish. It is an unwritten law that a champion leaves the day to
his tractor if he will likely win the tour with or without this day
victory. Mr. Armstrong does not anymore.
Mr. Armstrong still wins races, but he is not a sports champion
anymore. And now he cries that nobody loves him. What did he expect?
Walter
> de France champion Lance Armstrong during yesterday's grueling ride
> though the French Alps ?
...
> That sentiment was captured in a roadside sign last week that read,
> "Lance Go Home."
...
> "Nothing against the French, but in France, they're after us,"
> Armstrong said.
I'd rather think it's because Mr. Armstrongs behaviour and character
which has changed in a bad way during his career.
Remember his races against Jan Ullrich in the past, when they fought
like hell, but helped and waited for each other in case of accidents?
Lance Armstrong won and the crowd loved him.
The contrary, for example yesterday: Mr. Armstrong hang at the back
wheel of another driver all the time (which saves up to 30% power),
let him do all the work, so he could easily pass him a second before
the finish. It is an unwritten law that a champion leaves the day to
his tractor if he will likely win the tour with or without this day
victory. Mr. Armstrong does not anymore.
Mr. Armstrong still wins races, but he is not a sports champion
anymore. And now he cries that nobody loves him. What did he expect?
Walter
Jul 22nd 2004, 7:52 pm
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Re: Lance Armstrong essentially says Americans are at risk while traveling in France
"walter" <[email protected]> wrote in message
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> The contrary, for example yesterday: Mr. Armstrong hang at the back
> wheel of another driver all the time (which saves up to 30% power),
> let him do all the work, so he could easily pass him a second before
> the finish. It is an unwritten law that a champion leaves the day to
> his tractor if he will likely win the tour with or without this day
> victory. Mr. Armstrong does not anymore.
> Mr. Armstrong still wins races, but he is not a sports champion
> anymore. And now he cries that nobody loves him. What did he expect?
Cycle racing is a team sport. The team mates are there to help their team
leader win stages. Do you know nothing? :-\
news:[email protected]...
> The contrary, for example yesterday: Mr. Armstrong hang at the back
> wheel of another driver all the time (which saves up to 30% power),
> let him do all the work, so he could easily pass him a second before
> the finish. It is an unwritten law that a champion leaves the day to
> his tractor if he will likely win the tour with or without this day
> victory. Mr. Armstrong does not anymore.
> Mr. Armstrong still wins races, but he is not a sports champion
> anymore. And now he cries that nobody loves him. What did he expect?
Cycle racing is a team sport. The team mates are there to help their team
leader win stages. Do you know nothing? :-\
