Contador Closes in On Title After Dominating in Time Trials ; Cycling

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ALBERTO Contador strengthened his position at the top of the general classification by powering to victory in yesterday's individual time trial in stage 18 of the Tour de France.

The Spaniard, who rides for Astana, was three seconds quicker than Fabian Cancellara yesterday and now has a lead of four minutes and 11 seconds over nearest challenger Andy Schleck heading into the final three days of the Tour.

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Contador Closes in On Title After Dominating in Time Trials ; Cycling

Having proved in the Alps he is the strongest in the mountains, the 2007 champion showed on the 40.5 ...

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