I don't remember for sure, but I think they did not use the term 'improved the race' , as much as 'changed' the race, and they were speaking specifically of le Tour.
the team cars and radios and other gadgets definitely changed the race. Everything is debate-able as to what is improved.
I still love to watch it. Ron Gurth Carmel, In
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Boardwalk for $500? In 2007? Ha!
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