Originally Posted by
vinofan
It is not because there is a decline in talent. It's because there is a decline in the amount of pro contracts available.
Numerous teams have folded because of the lack of sponsorship money.
As much as people believe Lance can do anything, he can't turn the economy around.
A decline in discovered and fostered talent. Sponsors sometimes sponsor despite the economy if the sport is popular. Just ask some of us New Yorkers who are grumbling about the new $1.5 billion Yankee Stadium when there are some other pressing issues.