Discovery Channel team ride Armstrong of the U.S. waits on his bicycle before the start of the 9th stage of the 92nd Tour de France cycling race. Discovery Channel team ride Lance Armstrong of the U.S. waits on his bicycle before the the start of the 231km (143 miles) eighth stage of the 92nd Tour de France cycling race between Gerardmer and Mulhouse, July 10, 2005. REUTERS/Stefano Rellandini