
Cancer Survivor Armstrong Wins Tour de France
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(Patrick Kovarik - Associated Press)
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Lance Armstrong (pictured) rode to victory in the Tour de France on July 25, capping a comeback from cancer and becoming just the second American to win cycling's showcase.
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Americans Greene, Johnson Strike Gold Again
Maurice Greene (pictured, left) and Michael Johnson anchored the U.S. 4x100 and 4x400 relays respectively to gold medals at the world track and field championships Aug. 29.
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IOC Votes to Oust 6 in Bribery Scandal
The International Olympic Committee voted March 17 to expel six members accused of taking bribes during Salt Lake City's successful bid for the 2002 Winter Games.

Croasdale, Moore First in Marine Corps
Mark Croasdale of Devon, England, won the 24th Marine Corps Marathon in cool temperatures and blustery winds Oct. 24 in a time of 2:23:24. Silver Spring's Donna Moore, 39, earned her second women's title in 2:51:50.
April 19: Kenya's Chebet Wins Boston Marathon
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