WebbPhil Liggett, Paul Sherwin and Bob Roll are indisputably the most entertaining cycling announcers there are, appearing on the US television station Versus. Phil and Paul are … Webb2) Phil Liggett signs on for an earlier edition of his ride P hil Liggett is the voice of the Tour de France – among other sporting events. Listening to his genial banter, it’s hard to imagine that Phil is capable of dishing out the pain rather than commentating on it. Yet in his time he was both a racing cyclist and race organiser.

Phil Liggett still behind Lance. Where is suitcase of courage?

WebbPhilip Alexander Liggett MBE (born 11 August 1943) is an English commentator and journalist who covers professional cycling. He currently commentates on the Tour de France and bike races for ITV and NBC … WebbSBS, the Australian national public television network that airs the Tour, has said it will be limiting Liggett's standard role as lead commentator in its race coverage this July. dan brunn architecture

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Webb2 nov. 2010 · Known for his colorful descriptions of champion cyclists during the Tour he is often quoted with such authority that his very words command reverence. Among several items available for auction during the night’s festivities was a battered piece of luggage dubbed “The Suitcase of Courage.” Webb22 juli 2013 · A rider making a big ride back to the peloton after a crash or going out in front alone, with a long way or big mountains to cross before the finish, is deemed — usually … Webb11 juli 2007 · And finally: A wonderful sprint finish to today’s stage. Thor Hushovd, a Norwegian sprinter, edged Robbie Hunter, a South African rider who managed to get onto his wheel over the last 100 meters or so. I’ll post the transcript of the Liggett-Sherwen race call for the final 1,000 meters a little later — it was actually something to hear. birds of a feather plant