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Wednesday, July 14, 2004

Condolences for an unknown friend...

Just a brief note for now.

As those of you who read this column regularly know, one of my cycling heroes is Tyler Hamilton, whose gutsy ride in last year's tour was a huge inspiration to me and many, many other cyclists. CyclingNews.com has reported that Tyler's Golden Retriever Tugboat contracted cancer and has had to be put down. Tyler's riding in the Tour this year for the Phonak team and while he has endured the burden of physical pain and injury in the past, this tour will have to be endured through the sadness of having lost his close friend and companion. If you get a chance, say a prayer for Tyler and his wife Haven as they try to come to grips with the lost of their long-time family member and take some time to pet a dog in Tugs' memory.

More Later...

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