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.....
After reflecting on this, I've decided I don't really care if Lance was doping. Pro cyclists seem to universally dope. So the playing field was level and he still won the tour seven times. So of all the cyclist-dopers, he was still the best cyclist.
I'm with you on this one. In case anybody has not read it yet, read Lance's autobiography, It's Not About the Bike: My Journey Back to Life. I gave this book to a swimming friend who was diagnosed with *** cancer two years ago. She said it was the most inspirational book she has ever read and it has motivated her to train in swimming and compete in masters meets, even while she is battling cancer. The book has given many hope!
After reflecting on this, I've decided I don't really care if Lance was doping. Pro cyclists seem to universally dope. So the playing field was level and he still won the tour seven times. So of all the cyclist-dopers, he was still the best cyclist.
I'm with you on this one. In case anybody has not read it yet, read Lance's autobiography, It's Not About the Bike: My Journey Back to Life. I gave this book to a swimming friend who was diagnosed with *** cancer two years ago. She said it was the most inspirational book she has ever read and it has motivated her to train in swimming and compete in masters meets, even while she is battling cancer. The book has given many hope!
