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Armstrong Rides Toward Paris, Still in Lead Lance Armstong enjoys strong prospects for winning his seventh consecutive Tour de France as the competition heads toward Sunday's finish in Paris. Melissa Block talks to former racer Frankie Andreu of the Outdoor Life Network.

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Lance Armstrong and Thor Hushovd of Norway share a laugh at the start of the 149-mile 17th stage between Pau and Revel Wednesday. Reuters hide caption

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Lance Armstong enjoys strong prospects for winning his seventh consecutive Tour de France as the competition heads toward Sunday's finish in Paris.

But next year's Tour will be without Armstrong, who intends to retire. Melissa Block talks to former racer Frankie Andreu of the Outdoor Life Network, at the end of the 17th stage outside Revel, France.