The Story of the Tour de France: Volume 2 - 1976-2018

Volume two of The Story of the Tour de France picks up with Lucien van Impe’s impressive victory, followed by the dominance of Bernard Hinault, who made history as a five-time winner. The narrative explores the challenges faced by Greg LeMond and the remarkable rise of Miguel Indurain, the first to win the Tour five times in a row. It also addresses the significant doping scandals of the late 1990s, including the controversies surrounding Lance Armstrong and Floyd Landis. The book concludes by highlighting the transformation of British cyclists into formidable competitors and reflects on the quest for the greatest Tour rider of all time.