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Article: U.S. CYCLING SPINS WHEELS SHORTAGE OF MONEY, SUPPORT UNDERMINE AMERICAN TEAM.(Sports)
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- Daily News (Los Angeles, CA)
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- August 20, 2000
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Byline: Lee Barnathan Staff Writer
Although prospects look good for American Olympic cyclists - the 13-member team qualified in 27 of 28 positions in three disciplines and includes the most famous rider in two-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong - all is not well in Bike Land.
With the Olympics less than a month away, there is infighting with some cyclists blasting their federation for lack of financial support and leadership.
``This year has been so disappointing,'' said sprinter Marcelo Arrue of Woodland Hills. ``You would think U.S. Cycling would put extra emphasis on treating riders right.''
Such is life at USA Cycling, ...