It's all over in Paris. Armstrong has won his 7th straight Tour de France. An amazing sporting feat which won't be equaled, well, for at least another 7 years and probably much longer than that. Armstrong now cycles into the sunset, retiring after his scintillating comeback career which will inspire people all over the world forever. Congratulations, Lance. Best of luck. You will be missed.

It was brilliant TdF. I hope everyone who watched it enjoyed it as I did. I don't know what impact Armstrong's run has had here. Certainly cycling will never be a mainstream sport in America, but he clearly raised the sport to a new level in the eyes of world.

Only 49 weeks to start of the 2006 Tour!