Armstrong second favourite to win his eighth Tour

Lance Armstrong at the finish

Ladbrokes today made comeback cycling legend Lance Armstrong second favourite to win his eighth Tour de France.

The American, who has come out of retirement after four years away from the sport, is given 9/2, behind favourite Alberto Contador (10/11), winner of the 2007 Tour.

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Keith Bingham joined the Cycling Weekly team in the summer of 1971, and retired in 2011. During his time, he covered numerous Tours de France, Milk Races and everything in-between. He was well known for his long-running 'Bikewatch' column, and played a pivotal role in fighting for the future of once at-threat cycling venues such as Hog Hill and Herne Hill Velodrome.