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Record seven time Tour de France champion will go for his eighth title in 2009 leaving questions over his team's structure for the race.

In advance of this year's Tour de France which starts on July 5th, Suite101 presents a review of the route, or parcours, the race will follow.

With the presentation of the 2009 Tour de France Route due in October intrigue is growing as to what form the route will take.

Suite 101 Takes a look at the events of the second week of the 2008 Tour de France

Armstrong was unable to capture his eighth Tour de France of his career. However, this accomplishment should be viewed by everyone as nothing less than spectacular.

The organisers of the 2009 edition of the Tour de France have brought back the Giant of Provence.

Although the Tour de France is one of the most popular sporting events in the world, the rules and strategy are unknown to most Americans.

The Sprint Cyclist from the Isle of Man made history by becoming the first British rider to win a fourth stage in one Tour de France.

With the 2008 edition of the Tour de France starting on July 5th Suite101 takes a look at the various classifications, the Jerseys up for grabs and how they are won.

With this year's Tour de France just two weeks away Suite101 looks at just who will competing for the most treasured prize in cycling - the maillot jaune.

Each year, riders from around the world compete over a 3500 km course around France, in just 3 weeks. They get only 2 rest days in the entire period.

Suite 101 takes a look at the events of the opening week of the 2008 Tour de France and assesses the winners and losers so far in a surprising first seven days.

The puff-pastry-dessert Paris-Brest honors a bike race from 1891, the Paris-Brest-Paris. It is even in the shape of a bike wheel; perfect for your Tour de France party.

Cycling has a language all its own. This article will translate just a few of the words that during the race tend to fly by like a domestique on a breakaway

Suite 101 takes a look at the events of the third and final week of the 2008 Tour de France

Travel information on the French capital's best sporting, film and cultural events, such the marathon and the Nouveau Festival International de Danse. Expect fireworks...

Cavendish, Contador and Cancellara feature widely in a great season's riding.

100 years after the Giro d'Italia was first run, race organisers have unveiled an innovative route.

Seven-time Tour de France victor, Lance Armstrong, has confirmed he will step out of retirement next season to try and win his eight Maillot Jaune.

British rider Chris Horner of the recently retooled Astana team broke his hand in Stage 4 of Vuelta a Espana. Horner's done for the year. There are other status changes.

The famous Marseille stadium is located near the beach and the city centre. It is home to l'Olympique de Marseille and is France's second-biggest sports stadium.

The French enjoy a good holiday and Bastille Day on July 14 is one of the best. The festivities commemorate the storming of the Bastille more than 200 years ago.

About 78 million foreigners headed to France in 2006, making it the top tourist destination in the world once again.

Isle of Man rider Mark Cavendish has started the 2009 season in good form taking early stage victories in the Tour of Qatar and the Tour of California.

Within 24 hours of placing two riders on the podium at the '09 Tour de France, a dysfunctional Team Astana was plagued by what may prove to be insurmountable differences.

With Lance Armstrong back in bicycle racing and the season well under way, many viewers may need a refresher in the vocabulary of bike racing.

Spanish rider takes the final Pink Jersey in Milan to claim a famous victory in the 2008 edition of the Giro D'Italia.

Cycling suffers as the 2009 editions Tour de Georgia and Tour of Germany are cancelled.

The 2008 Tour de France suffers its first high profile positive drugs test before the start of Stage 12.

Professional cycling said good bye to a number of high-profile riders at the end of the 2008 season.

Suite 101 looks at Team Caisse d'Epargne's roster and their possible targets for the 2009 cycling season.

Suite 101 looks at Team Quick Step's roster and their possible targets for the 2009 cycling season.

Team Columbia dominate the season and rack up a huge number of victories.

The opening race of the 2009 professional road racing season sees the return of the record Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong.

Ivan Basso returns to top flight action in the 2009 Amgen Tour of California, riding for Liquigas, following completion of his two year ban.

The 51-strong Irish team will challenge in 12 sports including Equestrian, Shooting and Swimming. Ireland is represented in the Triathlon for the 1st time in the Games.

Floyd Landis returns to top flight action in the 2009 Amgen Tour of California, riding for OUCH, following completion of his two year ban.

Known as the 'Giant of Provence,' Mount Ventoux is the stuff legends are made of. Cyclists flock here every year to pit their strength against the long and brutal climb.

Walk, cycle or try one of the many adrenalin pumping outdoor sports on offer in the mountains around the French spa town of Luz-Saint-Sauveur.

Downhill mountain biking on ice with 400 other riders is surely insane yet nearly 2000 competitors enter the Mega Avalanche held in the French Alps every July.

Spain's Alberto Contador takes victory in the Vuelta a Espana and joins a distinguished list of cycling legends.

The UCI and organisers of the Grand Tours resolve the long - standing dispute that threatened to tear the sport apart

The professional peloton will have a different look in 2009 with some big name transfers coming at the end of 2008.

Suite 101 looks at Team Silence-Lotto's roster and their possible targets for the 2009 cycling season.

A personal list of books covering bike racing, cycle-touring and travel, but excluding 'how-to' books and ride guides.

Spain hopes for a home grown champion ahead of the start of the 2008 edition of its home tour.

Suite 101 looks at Team Astana's roster and their possible targets for the 2009 cycling season.

Suite 101 looks at Team Columbia High Road's roster and their possible targets for the 2009 cycling season

Suite 101 looks at Team Saxo Bank's roster and their possible targets for the 2009 cycling season.

The 2008 World Championships see two riders hoping to win their third Rainbow Jerseys in a row in their respective disciplines.