Race against time: Return to the journey of life: Return to the journey of life

Author: Armstrong
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Publish Date: 2004-08-01
Features: In 1996, Armstrong won the world ranking as a cyclist, but he was diagnosed with testicular cancer and had it removed. The doctor predicted a 20% survival rate. After five months, Armstrong resumed training. In 1999, he won the Tour de France, marking the beginning of Armstrong's era in the race. During this time, he lost his fertility but had a son and two daughters through artificial insemination. Since 1997, he has donated $3 million to cancer research institutions. In July 2004, he won his sixth Tour de France championship.