Lance Armstrong tapped as new Michelob Ultra spokesman

ST. LOUIS Michelob Ultra announced that seven-time Tour de France winner and cycling icon Lance Armstrong has signed a three-year agreement to become the brand's new spokesman and ambassador.

"Lance Armstrong is an ideal ambassador for this brand and we are honored to have him represent Michelob ULTRA," said Keith Levy, VP marketing at Anheuser-Busch. "Having dominated a sport that requires such a physical commitment, Lance is the perfect athlete to connect with adult beer drinkers who lead active lifestyles."

As part of the agreement, Armstrong will appear in a new Michelob Ultra television commercial titled "Little Bumps," and he will make a cameo appearance in a second ad titled "Escalator," both which are scheduled to air in 2010. Michelob Ultra will also use Armstrong's likeness on print, outdoor advertising, digital marketing programs, product packaging and point-of-sale.

Michelob Ultra has been a strong supporter of the sport of cycling since 2004. As part of its Race to the Ultra series, the brand sponsors more than 40 major running and cycling events annually across the country.

Since its launch in 2002, Michelob Ultra has continued to grow in popularity and is enjoyed by adult consumers living an active lifestyle and those looking for a great-tasting beer with lower carbohydrates and fewer calories. Michelob Ultra has only 95 calories and 2.6g carbohydrates, 0.6g protein and 0.0g fat, per 12-ounce bottle.