Anistasia Chulkova in the womens points race in 2012
The Russian Cycling Federation has confirmed two further positive tests for banned substance meldonium, with track cyclists Anastasia Chulkova and Pavel Yakushevsky both failing anti-doping controls.
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'It's actually happening' - Matthew Richardson set for GB debut after nationality swap25-year-old will race under British flag for first time at UCI Track Champions League
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Why do cars keep getting bigger – and will it ever end?Ever-widening cars are threatening to squeeze cyclists off the road. It has to end somewhere, doesn't it?
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Irish Continental level professional cyclist suspended after EPO positiveJesse Ewart, who rode for Terengganu Cycling, has been banned until 2027
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Convicted EPO doper Jarlinson Pantano returns to cycling with Colombian EPM teamFormer Trek-Segafredo and IAM Cycling rider rejoins peloton after his four-year band expires
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American cyclist Jackson ’Huntley’ Nash handed lifetime ban after doping violationsUSADA hand down penalty after multiple offences discovered by investigation
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Guillaume Martin: The big question is this grey area of ketonesThe Frenchman says he is in favour of banning ketones for reasons of fairness
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Julian Alaphilippe doesn't share Arnaud Démare's concerns over performance products used in the pelotonThe Frenchman also says he 'won't be shouting from the rooftops' when he eventually decides to compete for the Tour de France yellow jersey
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US amateur rider handed four-year doping ban after winning cat three race
The 49-year-old was tested after his win in the Arizona State Championships this summer
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David Lappartient: Riders are sharing rumours of new doping techniques, they feel there is a gap"Man is limitless in the imagination to cheat," the UCI President said
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UK Anti-Doping's case against Richard Freeman paused after doping doctor appeals tribunal verdictUKAD will resume proceedings against Richard Freeman after his High Court appeal
