Contador well ahead as Tour enters final phase

Spain's Alberto Contador has a firm grip on the overall lead as the Tour de France enters its final phase.

Contador well ahead as Tour enters final phase
Fri, 24 Jul, 2009 - 09:51

Spain's Alberto Contador has a firm grip on the overall lead as the Tour de France enters its final phase.

The 2007 winner was fastest in yesterday's time trials, stretching his lead to four minutes and 11 seconds.

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