Armstrong claims Tour podium after three-year absence

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Remains with rivals on Ventoux, protects third overall

Lance Armstrong (Astana) rode strongly.

Lance Armstrong (Astana) rode strongly. (Image credit: Sirotti)

American Lance Armstrong appears to have ended his return to the Tour de France with a third overall. He remained with the race favourites on Saturday's stage to Mont Ventoux, despite numerous attacks from his rivals.

Gregor Brown