Lance has done a lot for cycling in the U.S., and as a cancer survivor he's like a modern day "Six Million Dollar Man" - after cancer he came back "better, stronger and faster" in the Tour de France. Between his Tour victories, his leadership qualities and his motivational talents, he has phenomenal potential to make a huge dent in the fight against cancer. Plus he's a living symbol of hope. I'd hate to see the French accusations take away from all of that but if he races in the TDF again, win or lose, the press won't back off.

He's an "alpha male," which makes him a great team leader in cycling, but I can't picture him marrying Sheryl Crow and living happily ever after with her career out front. He'll have to work, and it'll have to be something big. Personally, I've always wanted to see Lance try some other races - maybe he will.

Deb