Loyal Lieutenant, The - Hardcover

Hincapie, George

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ISBN 10: 0007549555 ISBN 13: 9780007549559

Publisher: HCSportUK, 2014

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A 17-time Tour de France participant, Olympian and key witness in the Lance Armstrong doping case, takes readers on an exhilarating ride through his life, discusses his dedication to coming clean about his own past and restoring honor to the sport he loves. 12,500 first printing.

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George Hincapie is one of the most recognized cyclists in the world—a record seventeen-time Tour de France participant, Olympian, beloved teammate, and celebrated lead-out man for Lance Armstrong. Chronicling the exhilarating ride of his career, Hincapie takes us through his adrenaline-junkie amateur years to the Olympics, going professional, and reaching his true calling as "domestique"—a role in which Hincapie would lead Armstrong to seven straight Tour de France victories.

Respected as a natural cyclist and tireless team player, George earned a sterling reputation—which would enable him to rise above a confession that shocked the entire sports world, when he became a key witness in the doping case of Lance Armstrong. Revealing the role of drugs in cycling, why he chose to quit, and what led to the testimony that broke Armstrong's case, Hincapie makes an impassioned argument for a change in the sport. Interspersed with commentary from others in the cycling community, The Loyal Lieutenant offers an honest and compelling account of not only a dark period in professional cycling, but also the demands required of the best in the field.

About the Author:

George Hincapie is one of the most recognized riders in the world, with numerous world championships, national championships, and professional victories to his credit. Hincapie was a valued teammate and leader to winners of cycling's top events such as the Tour de France, World Championships, and Milan–San Remo. Since retiring from professional cycling, George has taken a more active role in family business interests, including Hincapie Sportswear. He lives with his family in Greenville, South Carolina.

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