text:  The answer is that I've always loved bike racing and loved the Tour de France. And I was asked to write it. So I was able to follow the race around France, which was completely exhilarating. One of the most enjoyable experiences I can remember. And of course, it's one of the great spectator sports there are. And it's enormous fun to be in a little village when the Tour de France is coming through. Besides the spectating side of it, there's a long and strong relationship with sponsors.