Greg LeMond awarded Congressional Gold Medal
It's been over 30 years since Greg LeMond last raced a bike, but he picked up another piece of hardware this week when he was officially awarded the Congressional Gold Medal. The award, bestowed by the US House of Representatives, seeks to honor "national appreciation for distinguished achievements and contributions" to the nation. It's been awarded to 10 athletes in history; LeMond, winner of three Tours de France and the only American to ever officially win the race, is the first cyclist to receive the honor.
