Everyone has heard by now that another TDF rider tested positive today. He was two-stage winner this year and dominant in the Pyrenees. He tested positive for a new EPO-type of drug - so new that it has only been available at the beginning of the year.
The doping labs said they are working with pharma companies to get an early look at drugs that might be used by athletes. This drug, Micera, is a more convenient form of EPO. The labs said they had the molecule some time ago to develop a test.
I bet some riders are nervous now thinking they could get away with this drug.
This is good news.....
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No matter how much they improve drug testing, people will find away to improve the drugs.
As long as there is some sort of possible reward for athletic performance, cheaters will find away to get better drugs.
I don't think wada,ioc, or any other group can come up with an ulimate penalty to detour cheaters, because someone will always be willing to take the risk for the reward.
No matter how much they improve drug testing, people will find away to improve the drugs.
As long as there is some sort of possible reward for athletic performance, cheaters will find away to get better drugs.
I don't think wada,ioc, or any other group can come up with an ulimate penalty to detour cheaters, because someone will always be willing to take the risk for the reward.
