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Originally Posted by eazyb81
Yes, we all know that he won the Tour De France 7 times, but that just means he is a fantastic ENDURANCE athlete, not just a great overall athlete. I guess my definition of a great athlete is different then yours, I don't consider Lance Armstrong one of best athletes of our era.
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It's not just about endurance. To win the Tour once, let alone seven times, requires tremendous power as well, and agility. Going down a mountain at 70 mph on two tires less than an inch across requires a certain amount of agility, not to mention tremendous courage.
So, by the definition I provided, I'd say that more than makes Armstrong a strong contender.
Out of curiosity, what is your definition?