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Biography: Lance Armstrong - Racing for His Life

50 minutes, produced in 2000 A&E Television Networks. LANCE ARMSTRONG: RACING FOR HIS LIFE offers an in-depth profile of one of the greatest athletes the world has ever seen.

After conquering cancer, Lance Armstrong returned to cycling and won the Tour de France, the worlds biggest cycling race, lasting 22 days - five times. His courage, stamina, and charisma made him an international celebrity and a symbol of hope to millions.

In 1996, 25 year old Lance was diagnosed with testicular cancer Which had spread to his abdomen, lungs, and brain. Although this portrait of Lance Armstrong was produced several years before his retirement form cycling, in 2005, this is the inspiring story of Lance's comeback, from the diagnosis of cancer to rehabilitation and on to victory. Candid interviews with Armstrong's mother, wife, coach, and closest friends attest to the incredible courage and drive of Lance Armstrong who triumphed, despite brain surgery and chemotherapy.

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