11.   French cyclist Richard Virenque was among those who confessed to using banned drugs.

12.   French cyclist Richard Virenque, whom organizers tried to ban because he is being investigated in a drug scandal, came in sixth.

13.   French cyclist Richard Virenque on Thursday said his contract with Domo Farm Frites has been extended by a further two years.

14.   French cyclists win third gold medal.

15.   French cyclist Laurent Brochard also admitted taking EPO, according to the daily.

16.   French cyclist Richard Virenque urged authorities not to take disciplinary action against him for illegal drug use, a senior cycling official said Wednesday.

17.   Lawyers for French cyclist Richard Virenque said Wednesday that they plan to file suit against Willy Voet, the former Festina physio who accused him of drug abuse.

18.   The French cyclist crossed the finish line alone, his arms raised in triumph, following five consecutive stages decided by mass sprints.

19.   The French cyclist led pursuers by a few seconds at the finish line in this southern city, following a timely attack in the final uphill stretch.

20.   The French cyclist spoke outside the courtroom, where he and nine former Festina team officials began their trial Monday on a range of charges.