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Cycling Legend Greg LeMond Receives Congressional Gold Medal

Greg LeMond, the first American to win the Tour de France, was honored with the Congressional Gold Medal for his remarkable achievements in cycling.

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  • Greg LeMond was awarded the Congressional Gold Medal at a ceremony in Statuary Hall at the U.S. Capitol.
  • He is the first American to win the Tour de France, achieving victories in 1986, 1989, and 1990.
  • Speaker Mike Johnson praised LeMond for his sportsmanship and integrity during the medal ceremony.
  • LeMond finished third in his first Tour de France in 1984 and won the UCI Road World Championship twice before retiring in 1994.
  • The award recognizes LeMond's significant contributions to cycling and his status as a sports icon.
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Center-leaning sources present the event of Greg LeMond receiving the Congressional Gold Medal with a focus on its significance, emphasizing honor and recognition. The framing suggests a positive view of the achievement, reflecting a celebratory tone while maintaining a neutral stance on broader implications or controversies surrounding the award.

"LeMond reflected on his time in Europe, where he was proudly referred to as “The American.”"

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Greg LeMond won the Tour de France three times (1986, 1989, 1990) and the UCI Road World Championship twice (1983, 1989). He was also the first American and first non-European to win the Tour de France.

LeMond survived a serious hunting accident in 1987 where he was accidentally shot and underwent two surgeries, which caused him to miss two Tours de France. Despite this, he made a remarkable comeback to win the 1989 Tour de France.

LeMond pioneered technological advancements in pro cycling, including aerodynamic triathlon handlebars and carbon fiber frames. He also built a business with LeMond Bicycles and has been an outspoken opponent of performance-enhancing drugs in the sport.

Greg LeMond was honored in a ceremony held in Statuary Hall at the U.S. Capitol, where Speaker Mike Johnson praised his sportsmanship and integrity. The award recognized his significant contributions to cycling and his status as a sports icon.

LeMond is regarded as the greatest American cyclist of the modern era, being the first American to win the Tour de France and the only American male to win it three times. His achievements elevated the global status of American cycling and inspired future generations.

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