Category Archives: WADA

Lance Armstrong concedes battle; but not findings

Lance Armstrong is done arguing his case and ready to move on with his life.  The decision has broad implications as Armstrong’s decision comes with a potential life time ban and loss of titles. Armstrong has made the decision in … finish reading Lance Armstrong concedes battle; but not findings

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WADA dismisses case against Mexican soccer players

After a few rounds over the test results of Mexican players who tested positive for clenbuterol, WADA has apparently decided not to take their actions any further and has dismissed the case as a result of evidence of the widespread … finish reading WADA dismisses case against Mexican soccer players

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WADA asks British Olympic Assn to review bans

(AP)  The World Anti-Doping Agency has asked the British Olympic Association to review its policy of giving a lifetime Olympic ban to any athlete previously suspended for doping. On Thursday, the Court of Arbitration for Sport threw out an IOC rule … finish reading WADA asks British Olympic Assn to review bans

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Cyclist Hernandez suspended 2 years

(AP)  Cyclist Roger Hernandez of Miami has accepted a two-year suspension from the sport after refusing to submit to a sample collection, in violation of anti-doping rules. The U.S. Anti-Doping Agency said Thursday that the 45-year-old didn’t take part in a … finish reading Cyclist Hernandez suspended 2 years

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WADA will use new collection methods for blood tests

(AP) The World Anti-Doping Agency says it will expand the collection of drug test results so it can better monitor an increase in the amount of blood samples. Starting Jan. 1, all results — including negative ones — from national bodies … finish reading WADA will use new collection methods for blood tests

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New HGH test allows longer detection window

In the ongoing battle against the illegal use of substances to boost athletic performance, the anti-doping organizations are continually looking for ways to extend the time window in which the testing will produce a positive result. As you can see … finish reading New HGH test allows longer detection window

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Brazilian striker banned two years for cocaine

The Court of Arbitration for Sport banned Brazilian forward Jobson for two years after twice testing positive for cocaine. The Court’s holding, upheld the World-Anti Doping Agency’s appeal to extend the ban to two years. The appeal came after a … finish reading Brazilian striker banned two years for cocaine

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NFL HGH testing could be in jeopardy

The NFL was hoping to be a leader in testing its players for HGH.  Now, the entire program might not get off the ground because NFLPA Executive Director DeMaurice Smith is not convinced that the testing procedures sufficiently protect the … finish reading NFL HGH testing could be in jeopardy

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Kendrick doping ban reduced by CAS

The Court of Arbitration for Sport reduced American tennis player Robert Kendrick’s doping ban to eight months from one year on Monday according to an AP report. Kendrick tested positive for the banned stimulant methylhexaneamine at the French Open on … finish reading Kendrick doping ban reduced by CAS

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WADA challenging Mexico’s clenbuterol ruling

The World Anti-Doping Agency says it is appealing the Mexico Football Federation for clearing five players of doping by accepting the claim that contaminated meat caused their positive tests for clenbuterol according to an AP report. WADA appealed the ruling … finish reading WADA challenging Mexico’s clenbuterol ruling

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Australia and Britain team up to fight doping

 Australia and Britain have reached an agreement to fight doping in sports in both countries, pooling investigations and intelligence in the leadup to the 2012 London Olympics. Australian sport minister Mark Arbib said Sunday that the agreement between the Australian … finish reading Australia and Britain team up to fight doping

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Clinger accepts lifetime ban from cycling after 2nd doping

 The U.S. Anti-Doping Agency says David Clinger has accepted a lifetime ban from cycling after his second doping offense according to an AP report. USADA said Friday that the 34-year-old from Murray, Utah, was nearing the end of a two-year … finish reading Clinger accepts lifetime ban from cycling after 2nd doping

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Paralympic athlete Matthew Brown returns a positive test

Matthew Brown, a paralympic track and field athlete, has been suspended after testing positive for marijuana. The U.S Anti-Doping Agency handed Brown a three-month suspension that started on July 12. The sentence was reduced to time served after he completed … finish reading Paralympic athlete Matthew Brown returns a positive test

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Cyclist Webster suspended 2 years by USADA for doping

Joshua Webster accepted a two-year ban for doping handed down by the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency. The ban came after Wester tested positive for multiple banned stimulants. His ban began July 12, the day he accepted a provisional suspension. He is … finish reading Cyclist Webster suspended 2 years by USADA for doping

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Spain amends doping legislation

Spain’s government made changes to the legislation that previously banned athletes from competition for the country when linked to a doping investigation. Spain abandoned the zero tolerance policy under which it previously operated. Nonetheless, Spain’s sports ministry maintained the authority to revoke … finish reading Spain amends doping legislation

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Five Mexican soccer players cleared of doping allegations from contaminated meat

The Mexican federation cleared the five Mexican soccer players who tested positive for the banned substance clenbuterol. The federation said it would notify FIFA of its decision. The five — defenders Francisco Rodriguez and Edgar Duenas, goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa and midfielders … finish reading Five Mexican soccer players cleared of doping allegations from contaminated meat

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No needle policy for 2012 London Olympics

The IOC will enforce a “no needle” policy at the 2012 London Olympics that prohibits athletes from possessing any medical equipment that could be used for doping. The IOC medical commission chairman Arne Ljungqvist told The Associated Press, “we won’t accept … finish reading No needle policy for 2012 London Olympics

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Three Indian runners test positive

General Rahul Bhatnagar of India’s National Anti Doping Agency has confirmed that three athletes tested positive for banned substances. Bhtanagar told The Associated Press, “Sini Jose, Jauna Murmu and Tiana Mary will appear before an anti-doping panel after their ‘B’ samples … finish reading Three Indian runners test positive

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WADA partners with SmithGlaxoKline for Olympic drug testing

WADA has entered into a historic partnership with SmithGlaxoKline for conducting the drug testing at the 2012 London Olympics. The partnership will allow WADA to be given advance data that has not yet been publically released in order to test … finish reading WADA partners with SmithGlaxoKline for Olympic drug testing

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Malaysia lab ban is upheld

CAS has upheld the WADA decision to suspend a Malaysian drug-testing laboratory. The court says it “confirmed the WADA decision in full” after establishing the “gravity of the analytical errors made by the center.” The lab originally lost its accreditation in 2010 after they … finish reading Malaysia lab ban is upheld

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