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Belgium's cyclist Tom Boonen (L) is congratulated by his girlfriend Laura (R) upon his arrival at Brussels' Zaventem airport September 26, 2005, after becoming World Champion in the men's road race of
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Belgium's cyclist Tom Boonen (L) gives a kiss to his girlfriend Laura (R) upon his arrival at Brussels' Zaventem airport September 26, 2005, after becoming World Champion in the men's road race
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