I know that the final stage of the TdF is mostly ceremonial, but I have 2 questions (one specific and one in general):
1) When Gilbert (FD Jeux) attacked the peloton why did Lance and the rest of the Disco Boys feel the need to respond? They could have just let him go... Was it to reel him in for his poor etiquette in attacking the peloton--especially on such a dangerous and slippery day? When Basso caught up with Gilbert he lambasted him!
2) Hypothetically, what would happen if there was only, say, 10 seconds separating 1st and 2nd place in the GC. Would it be poor etiquette to attack and try to win it on the final day?
