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Model Citizen
Join Date: May 2007
Location: The Voodoo Lounge
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Like you, my opinion of his character has slowly but steadily eroded to the point I feel little but pity for him and his current situation.
However, to win a single TDF almost always requires a focus so narrow that all traits of humanity and compassion are relegated to secondary status. Total dedication. I used to be a big fan of the Tour, and the men who conquered it. These days, not so much, but still a huge appreciation for what a man does to compete and win such a trial.
(A lot of TDF winners are @ssholes and liars and cheats. Lance did all of those things better.)
I couldn't care less what he says to Oprah. Very little significance AFAIC.
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