From what I have read, a, if not THE issue, is her loathing of Europe, France in particular. She likes Texas and wants an American life. This has always been a problem with many excellent riders from the US, not just wives. I don't think Lance loves it over there either, but is willing to put up with it for 6 moths a year for training purposes. She didn't accompany him this year to as many destinations as normal. She stayed in Texas as much as possible. Hope it works for next year. Never good to throw family away.