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[an error occurred while processing this directive] banner Saturday, 21 July, 2001, 15:48 GMT 16:48 UK
Armstrong takes yellow
A patriotic crowd roared Frenchman Jalabert on
Laurent Jalabert leads the pack for most of the day, only to be caught by Armstrong near the end

Francois Simons - no longer the owner of the yellow jersey
Pre-race leader Francois Simons (left) looks on before the start, whilst the Columbian contingent think the hills are a doddle

Winding up the mountains
While Armstrong and Jalabert battle up front, the pack were negotiating the tricky Mente pass

The pack head into the forest
As the pack approaches the final climb, Armstrong breaks away and makes his move

Armstrong celebrates victory
On the final climb, Armstrong saw off the threat of Jalabert and Kivilev to emerge victorious

Will Armstrong be in yellow to the end?
Lance Armstrong sports the yellow jersey and a big smile

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