Posted: October 4, 2007
LOGAN, Utah- Lance Armstrong, America’s cycling champion, is dead at age 37. While attempting to break the land speed record at the Bonneville salt flats in Salt Lake City, he collapsed and was taken to the University of Utah medical center where an investigation is still taking place of his cause of death. A cancer survivor and example of perseverance to all, Lance Armstrong and the "Live Strong" way of life will continue to press forward.
Armstrong was an example to the world of hard work and perseverance. Winning seven consecutive Tour’s de France were only a few of his major accomplishments. Although his career was plagued with accusations of illegal doping he still rose above all of the drug testing being the most tested athlete in the world. His ‘Live Strong Foundation continues to raise awareness on cancer and gives hope to those struggling with the deadly disease. According to Wikipedia, he won countless awards and honors throughout his career including Associated Press Male Athlete of the Year in 2002, 2003, 2004, and 2005. He also won ESPN’s ESPY Award for Best Male in 2003, 2004, 2005, and 2006. He was and still will be an inspiration to all people.
He is survived by his three children; his son Luc, and twin daughters Isabelle and Grace, and his ex-wife Kristin. Funeral services will be held on Oct. 9, 2007 in Austin, Texas. Donations are being accepted America First Credit Union in support for the Live Strong Foundation.
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