American Lance Armstrong celebrates as he wins the 15th stage and claims the overall leader’s yellow jersey of the Tour de France. Behind him are Ivan Basso of Italy and Jan Ullrich of Germany, whom he beat in a dramatic sprint. (Doug Pensinger / Getty Images)
Waving U.S. and Texas flags, fans cheer Lance Armstrong after his victory in the 15th stage. As the fan in lower center indicates, the Texan moved closer to claiming a record sixth Tour de France victory. (Doug Pensinger / Getty Images)
