Illegal drug use runs contrary to the image of health depicted by cycling. Distributors of these drugs must be prosecuted more harshly as they are ciminals.

I race to win, not to please people

There's a terrible delight in watching a rival sink without a trace

I am working as public relations director for the Tour de France and maintaining my farm.

I may, however, begin riding again when I am 60.

I have contacts with the Tour de France which keep me close to cycling.

I have the impression that cycling is no longer a game but rather an employment... a job.