If you just listen to Phil and Paul--or any of the versus crew--you would think the only person who matters in the race is Lance. Lance is great, good on him, blah blah blah, but the U.S. press has completely ignored Contador, especially compared to Lance. Bruyneel wanted Lance to win, the leadership of the team was disputed and created a giant media distraction even though Contador had EARNED it by winning 4 grand tours in the last year, and Contador simply did his job for his team, sponsor, and yes, self, by winning. I am really impressed by Lance and what he has achieved this year and in the last decade, but credit to Contador should be given. He had to overcome a lot to win the tour this year and he did so convincingly.

Did you know Contador also returned to top level racing after suffering a life-threatening injury? You wouldn't know by watching American T.V. cuz it is all lance all the time.

I don't have any opinions, though. It's a great race and distraction during the month of July.