“That was a damn bloody hot day today. Lance Armstrong was able to defend the maillot jaune. Noone of the cyclers was willing to answer any questions to this day. Somehow the field was not in perfect shape today.

Ivan Basso tried a single attack followed by Jan Ullrich, but they were not able to attack Lance Armstrong. But Ullrich promised to try again next day.

Carlos Sastre had major problems today and thought of leaving the field, but he stayed on tour, cause his team forced him.

Somehow the specs on the TV didn't like the match either.”