Sunday's stage in the Tour de France gave a leap in standings for guys like Andy Schleck and Cadel Evans, but looks like it spelled the end of the Tour for "Lance Factor." It's hard to come back into a race after crashing once at a bad time, but three bad crashes was just too much for even a hardened veteran like Armstrong. When all was said and done he was down over 12 minutes from the lead. It may not be impossible to come back from (considering the amazing flips in leadership during the Giro this year), but I would have to say it's unlikely. Even in his prime, Lance would have had difficulty making up that kind of time.
On the other hand, the day made for a stunning display of climbing prowess as Andy Schleck powered to the line for an impressive victory.
And who isn't happy to see Cadel Evans in Yellow? I for one am very glad to see him have the success that he has had this year after making his move to BMC. We'll see how he does from here on out.
With a couple more stages in the Alps before heading south and west there are sure to be some more fireworks before the big showdown in the Pyranees. I can't wait!
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