Tour de France winner Floyd Landis will seek a public arbitration hearing after learning his bid to have doping charges against him dismissed had failed, a spokesman for the US cyclist said Friday. A statement issued by Landis spokesman Michael Henson said Landis "received notice that the Anti-Doping Review Board (ADRB) has recommended that the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) move forward in the disciplinary process related to Landis' alleged positive drug test of July 20, 2006.
"Howard Jacobs, lawyer for Landis, will request an open hearing by the American Arbitration Association to contest potential sanctions against the athlete." Last week, Jacobs sent a letter to USADA asking that the case be dismissed. Jacobs questioned the tests carried out on his samples in a French laboratory and claimed that the positive finding on the B sample came from a sample number not assigned to Landis.
From Bicycling magazine's newsletter
30 Sept 2006
29 Sept 2006
Malaysia Special
Just fyi .. for those of you searching for a new ironman challenge ..
Until tomorrow, you can sign up for Ironman Malaysia for just US$260 (A$345) .. then it goes up in two stages .. until the end of December US$300 ($400)
In comparison, entry to WA is A$640, entry to Port Mac is A$650
Across the Tasman, NZ 2007 will cost NZ$620 (A$543) until late November
Until tomorrow, you can sign up for Ironman Malaysia for just US$260 (A$345) .. then it goes up in two stages .. until the end of December US$300 ($400)
In comparison, entry to WA is A$640, entry to Port Mac is A$650
Across the Tasman, NZ 2007 will cost NZ$620 (A$543) until late November
Swim - free speed
From Slowtwitch
http://www.slowtwitch.com/mainheadings/swimcenter/case.html
The primary reason triathletes ought to pay a lot more attention to the swim is that it's free speed. Because it's a technique-based sport when you make that drop in time from 27min to 24min over a 1.5k swim, there is no metabolic cost associated with the increased speed. In fact, you'll probably find it's an easier swim, and you'll be at it for a shorter period of time. Fast swimmers exit the water with more in their tanks, not less.
http://www.slowtwitch.com/mainheadings/swimcenter/case.html
The primary reason triathletes ought to pay a lot more attention to the swim is that it's free speed. Because it's a technique-based sport when you make that drop in time from 27min to 24min over a 1.5k swim, there is no metabolic cost associated with the increased speed. In fact, you'll probably find it's an easier swim, and you'll be at it for a shorter period of time. Fast swimmers exit the water with more in their tanks, not less.
Kona Forecast - xtri
Top Five Men as forecast by xtri.com
Cam Brown
Faris
Macca
Stadler
Widoff
Top Five Women
Michellie
Major
Natascha
Lawn
Bentley
Cam Brown
Faris
Macca
Stadler
Widoff
Top Five Women
Michellie
Major
Natascha
Lawn
Bentley
28 Sept 2006
US$100,000
HENDERSON, Nev. – September 26, 2006 – Frank Lowery, of Lowery’s Multisport Races along with the City of Henderson, announced today that a new professional relay team has registered for the Nevada Silverman Triathlon. The three man U.S.-based team will consist of Tyler Hamilton, Ernest Kimeli and Erik Vendt. All three athletes are previous triathlon or Olympic top finishers.
The Silverman is offering a $100,000.00 prize purse to the first combination relay team that can break the 8-hour mark on the course. The Nevada Silverman is a full-distance triathlon consisting of a 2.4-mile swim; 112-mile bike and 26.2 mile run held annually in Henderson, Nevada.
The Silverman is offering a $100,000.00 prize purse to the first combination relay team that can break the 8-hour mark on the course. The Nevada Silverman is a full-distance triathlon consisting of a 2.4-mile swim; 112-mile bike and 26.2 mile run held annually in Henderson, Nevada.
No China in 2007
From Triathlete Magazine:
Sept. 25, 2006 -- Hong Kong-based Ironman China Ltd. (ICL) announced today that it was abandoning its efforts to stage an Ironman triathlon race in Sanya, China, in 2007.
After months of negotiation, the sides were unable to agree to a contract for the event, which was scheduled for April 28, 2007. Ironman China was also scuttled in 2006 due in part to a now-settled sanctioning dispute between the International Union and the World Triathlon Corporation.
Sept. 25, 2006 -- Hong Kong-based Ironman China Ltd. (ICL) announced today that it was abandoning its efforts to stage an Ironman triathlon race in Sanya, China, in 2007.
After months of negotiation, the sides were unable to agree to a contract for the event, which was scheduled for April 28, 2007. Ironman China was also scuttled in 2006 due in part to a now-settled sanctioning dispute between the International Union and the World Triathlon Corporation.
Fri-Sat-Sun-Mon
fri run...
5:45 am york rd gates to warm up for 6 am at oval-with lisa
or
7:15 am at oval warmed up- with jh
sat bike-6 am york rd gates easy to waterfall -with lisa(doesn,t include hawaii people-gold coast people also missing)
sat swim (please email me if turning up)7 am north bondi sc
or 10 am with spot same place but costs 15$ casual ouch
sun bike:6:15 am york rd gates ...another fun day at kurnell,hawaii people last nutrition/pace practice before hawaii...simular set as last week as per yr prog
sun run after bike as per prog
monday swim (holiday) 7:30 am malabar beach with lisa(i,ll be there)
good luck to all gold coast people !!!
regards
jh
5:45 am york rd gates to warm up for 6 am at oval-with lisa
or
7:15 am at oval warmed up- with jh
sat bike-6 am york rd gates easy to waterfall -with lisa(doesn,t include hawaii people-gold coast people also missing)
sat swim (please email me if turning up)7 am north bondi sc
or 10 am with spot same place but costs 15$ casual ouch
sun bike:6:15 am york rd gates ...another fun day at kurnell,hawaii people last nutrition/pace practice before hawaii...simular set as last week as per yr prog
sun run after bike as per prog
monday swim (holiday) 7:30 am malabar beach with lisa(i,ll be there)
good luck to all gold coast people !!!
regards
jh
27 Sept 2006
Belinda on IM Canada
From the latest TriTravel newsletter: http://www.tritravel.com.au
Well you could possibly say that I am one happy lady at the moment. For those of you who didn’t know, I raced and won Ironman Canada last weekend. This was my 20th Ironman Distance race and my 4th Ironman title, but definitely my most significant as I was finally able to beat Lisa Bentley to the finish line. For the past five years Lisa has run me down at Ironman Australia and I was finally able to ‘turn the tables’ and win on her home turf- sweet justice I say! The rivalry between Lisa and I has been fantastic not only for the sport of Ironman but also for me as an athlete. I have so much respect for her. She is a great athlete and always gives 100% so I know if I want to finish ahead of her I have to be 100% on my game.
I only made the decision to race IM Canada three weeks before race day- a late decision but one I am glad my coach- Brett and I made. We really wanted to use the race as a ‘tester’ to see how my new training program was working out. I flew into Penticton , BC all the way from Switzerland on the Thursday afternoon before the race- I basically had enough time to register, ride the run course, catch up on some sleep and get myself to the start line. I had no idea where the bike course went- this was a first for me. In the 20 Ironman races I have completed I have always ridden the course prior to race day.
Race day arrived and we awoke to what I thought was a pretty prefect day for racing Ironman (many would later disagree with this) - the lake was still, only a slight breeze was blowing, the skies were clear and the temperature comfortable. I was really excited and keen to race- always a good sign.
The pro wave went off at 6.45am- 15 minutes before the age-group wave. I felt great and after a sloppy start, found my groove and worked my way up to a great pack. I actually exited the water on the feet of Wendy Ingram- a legend of our sport and a great swimmer. I knew I had swum well, exiting the water in second female overall.
Onto my bike- I had opted to keep my set-up on my BMC Pro Machine as it was for training in the mountains of Switzerland- road bars and STI with my Oval clip-ons. I didn’t even wear my aero helmet. I just wanted to keep things simple, not put any pressure on myself and just ride- and ride I did! I felt unbelievable from the start. By the 20km mark I was in the lead and I never looked back. The bike course was a ‘corker’- stunning scenery, great climbs, incredibly challenging and best of all, fair (no drafting on this course). I worked my way into it- knowing I felt great- my powertap monitor was confirming what I was feeling and I was really enjoying myself. By the 90km mark I had a 10-minute lead, by the 150km mark it was up to 15 minutes and by the time I dismounted back in T2 it was just shy of 18 minutes. I rode 5hrs03- the fastest of the day by 14 minutes. But would it be enough to hold off the fleet-footed Lisa? I decided not to even think about it and just concentrate on me and what I could do. Brett and I had been working on my running with some massive track sessions, hill runs and longer runs off the bike and I really did feel confident I could run a solid and consistent marathon. I took it out fairly conservatively as I had been told that too many people took it out too hard only to pay the price later down the track when the hills started. I felt comfortable and in control. At the 15km mark the hills started and I tried really hard to work these but I also had to contend with a tough and persistent head wind so at times I felt like the hills were working me. I knew I just needed to make it to the turn-a-round and then I would be rewarded with a tailwind home.
Finally I was making that 180-degree turn and heading for home. Now would be my first and only real chance to see Lisa. By the time we crossed paths she had whittled my lead down to about 10 minutes. OK- I tried to do the math- way too difficult when you are trying to hold your form together, suck in the O2 and move in a forward direction. Luckily for me I had fantastic support out there. Spectators and athletes were continuously encouraging me and telling me I could do it. It was amazing to get that kind of support outside of your own country. With each stride I just grew with confidence and I was determined to make this one count. I gave myself no choice but to bring it home for the win. With 6km to go I was given a split of 3min05. I thought about all of the easy 6km runs I had done prior to the race- I could do 6km with my eyes closed. I took my last power gel as I passed through an aid station and then just gave it everything. With 3km to go I was given my last split back to Lisa- 3min45. I had gained some time back- nothing was going to stop me now.
The last 2km are unbelievable- you head straight down the main street of town- the crowds are out of control- I lapped it up. You turn onto the finish straight but they make you run away from the finish line for about 500m before you turn for home. I wanted to get to that finish line so badly but I also wanted to savour the roaring crowds as well. I crossed paths with Lisa for the final time and that is when I knew for sure that the race was mine. I slowed down and just took it all in- it is almost surreal to win an Ironman. It is just the most amazing and satisfying feeling- all of the hard work culminating with a hard-fought race right to the line. Your emotions are almost uncontrollable. You are so tired and sore but inside you are just exploding with excitement. I crossed the finish line in 9hrs25- first woman and seventh overall. I had won the race by 3min05- my sweetest victory to date.
I am now back in Switzerland and back into training. Next up is of course the big one in Kona.
Thanks again for all of your support and well-wishes. I hope I can make you all proud again in Hawaii .
Belinda
Well you could possibly say that I am one happy lady at the moment. For those of you who didn’t know, I raced and won Ironman Canada last weekend. This was my 20th Ironman Distance race and my 4th Ironman title, but definitely my most significant as I was finally able to beat Lisa Bentley to the finish line. For the past five years Lisa has run me down at Ironman Australia and I was finally able to ‘turn the tables’ and win on her home turf- sweet justice I say! The rivalry between Lisa and I has been fantastic not only for the sport of Ironman but also for me as an athlete. I have so much respect for her. She is a great athlete and always gives 100% so I know if I want to finish ahead of her I have to be 100% on my game.
I only made the decision to race IM Canada three weeks before race day- a late decision but one I am glad my coach- Brett and I made. We really wanted to use the race as a ‘tester’ to see how my new training program was working out. I flew into Penticton , BC all the way from Switzerland on the Thursday afternoon before the race- I basically had enough time to register, ride the run course, catch up on some sleep and get myself to the start line. I had no idea where the bike course went- this was a first for me. In the 20 Ironman races I have completed I have always ridden the course prior to race day.
Race day arrived and we awoke to what I thought was a pretty prefect day for racing Ironman (many would later disagree with this) - the lake was still, only a slight breeze was blowing, the skies were clear and the temperature comfortable. I was really excited and keen to race- always a good sign.
The pro wave went off at 6.45am- 15 minutes before the age-group wave. I felt great and after a sloppy start, found my groove and worked my way up to a great pack. I actually exited the water on the feet of Wendy Ingram- a legend of our sport and a great swimmer. I knew I had swum well, exiting the water in second female overall.
Onto my bike- I had opted to keep my set-up on my BMC Pro Machine as it was for training in the mountains of Switzerland- road bars and STI with my Oval clip-ons. I didn’t even wear my aero helmet. I just wanted to keep things simple, not put any pressure on myself and just ride- and ride I did! I felt unbelievable from the start. By the 20km mark I was in the lead and I never looked back. The bike course was a ‘corker’- stunning scenery, great climbs, incredibly challenging and best of all, fair (no drafting on this course). I worked my way into it- knowing I felt great- my powertap monitor was confirming what I was feeling and I was really enjoying myself. By the 90km mark I had a 10-minute lead, by the 150km mark it was up to 15 minutes and by the time I dismounted back in T2 it was just shy of 18 minutes. I rode 5hrs03- the fastest of the day by 14 minutes. But would it be enough to hold off the fleet-footed Lisa? I decided not to even think about it and just concentrate on me and what I could do. Brett and I had been working on my running with some massive track sessions, hill runs and longer runs off the bike and I really did feel confident I could run a solid and consistent marathon. I took it out fairly conservatively as I had been told that too many people took it out too hard only to pay the price later down the track when the hills started. I felt comfortable and in control. At the 15km mark the hills started and I tried really hard to work these but I also had to contend with a tough and persistent head wind so at times I felt like the hills were working me. I knew I just needed to make it to the turn-a-round and then I would be rewarded with a tailwind home.
Finally I was making that 180-degree turn and heading for home. Now would be my first and only real chance to see Lisa. By the time we crossed paths she had whittled my lead down to about 10 minutes. OK- I tried to do the math- way too difficult when you are trying to hold your form together, suck in the O2 and move in a forward direction. Luckily for me I had fantastic support out there. Spectators and athletes were continuously encouraging me and telling me I could do it. It was amazing to get that kind of support outside of your own country. With each stride I just grew with confidence and I was determined to make this one count. I gave myself no choice but to bring it home for the win. With 6km to go I was given a split of 3min05. I thought about all of the easy 6km runs I had done prior to the race- I could do 6km with my eyes closed. I took my last power gel as I passed through an aid station and then just gave it everything. With 3km to go I was given my last split back to Lisa- 3min45. I had gained some time back- nothing was going to stop me now.
The last 2km are unbelievable- you head straight down the main street of town- the crowds are out of control- I lapped it up. You turn onto the finish straight but they make you run away from the finish line for about 500m before you turn for home. I wanted to get to that finish line so badly but I also wanted to savour the roaring crowds as well. I crossed paths with Lisa for the final time and that is when I knew for sure that the race was mine. I slowed down and just took it all in- it is almost surreal to win an Ironman. It is just the most amazing and satisfying feeling- all of the hard work culminating with a hard-fought race right to the line. Your emotions are almost uncontrollable. You are so tired and sore but inside you are just exploding with excitement. I crossed the finish line in 9hrs25- first woman and seventh overall. I had won the race by 3min05- my sweetest victory to date.
I am now back in Switzerland and back into training. Next up is of course the big one in Kona.
Thanks again for all of your support and well-wishes. I hope I can make you all proud again in Hawaii .
Belinda
Free Crocs to Nowra entrants
Every entrant will receive a FREE pair of Crocs so get in quick to secure your
place in the start line. All entries are online at www.nowratri.com.au or Call 0413
765 248.
The Olympic Distance race format will consist of a 1.5km swim in Nowra River
exiting at Nowra Rowing Club. Athletes will then take to the bike on a 40km cycle
through the streets of the town before hitting the road to complete the course with
a 10km run loop to North Nowra prior to crossing the finish line at Nowra
Swimming Pool.
Date: Saturday November 11
place in the start line. All entries are online at www.nowratri.com.au or Call 0413
765 248.
The Olympic Distance race format will consist of a 1.5km swim in Nowra River
exiting at Nowra Rowing Club. Athletes will then take to the bike on a 40km cycle
through the streets of the town before hitting the road to complete the course with
a 10km run loop to North Nowra prior to crossing the finish line at Nowra
Swimming Pool.
Date: Saturday November 11
Kurnell expands field
Thanks to Sutherland Council and NSW Police the field size for the Kurnell based series, a tradition in NSW triathlon has been increased to 600 from the 500 of recent season.
TriNSW has voluntary set the field size for Race 1 to 550 to ease the additional numbers into the area, so join those who have already noticed that entry is open and register on line at www.trinswrace.org now.
The four races making up the Sydney Triathlon Series – Kurnell for the new season are:
Race #1 Sunday 26th November 2006 - The Season Opener
Race #2 Sunday 14th January 2007 - New Year's Warm Up
Race #3 Sunday 11th February 2007 - Got to do it!
Race #4 Sunday 11th March 2007 - The Grand Final
TriNSW has voluntary set the field size for Race 1 to 550 to ease the additional numbers into the area, so join those who have already noticed that entry is open and register on line at www.trinswrace.org now.
The four races making up the Sydney Triathlon Series – Kurnell for the new season are:
Race #1 Sunday 26th November 2006 - The Season Opener
Race #2 Sunday 14th January 2007 - New Year's Warm Up
Race #3 Sunday 11th February 2007 - Got to do it!
Race #4 Sunday 11th March 2007 - The Grand Final
TA Insurance Night
TA Insurance Roadshow
Triathlon Australia in conjunction with Insurance Broker Willis Australia Limited is touring the nation with the TA Insurance Roadshow. The seminar will present an in-depth explanation regarding what your TA insurance covers and answer questions on the following topics:
Public Liability Insurance; Personal Accident Insurance; Corporate Travel Insurance; Directors & Officers Insurance; and Bike Insurance.
The date set down for Sydney is Monday, 23rd October. Venue for the FREE evening session (approx 2 hrs duration) is yet to be confirmed. More details will be made available ASAP.
Triathlon Australia in conjunction with Insurance Broker Willis Australia Limited is touring the nation with the TA Insurance Roadshow. The seminar will present an in-depth explanation regarding what your TA insurance covers and answer questions on the following topics:
Public Liability Insurance; Personal Accident Insurance; Corporate Travel Insurance; Directors & Officers Insurance; and Bike Insurance.
The date set down for Sydney is Monday, 23rd October. Venue for the FREE evening session (approx 2 hrs duration) is yet to be confirmed. More details will be made available ASAP.
17 Sept 2006
Fine Fine Fine
Monday Fine. Sunny. Max: 25C
Tuesday Fine. Sunny. Min: 14C Max: 27C
Wednesday Fine. Mainly sunny. Min: 16C Max: 27C
Thursday Fine. Min: 12C Max: 24C
Friday Fine.
Tuesday Fine. Sunny. Min: 14C Max: 27C
Wednesday Fine. Mainly sunny. Min: 16C Max: 27C
Thursday Fine. Min: 12C Max: 24C
Friday Fine.
In the Outback!
The blog will fall silent for most of the week ahead as Margreet and I head to the Outback for some cross training in the MacDonnell Ranges.
A report on the 130km part of the Larapinta Trail that we'll hike will follow.
Enjoy the weather!
A report on the 130km part of the Larapinta Trail that we'll hike will follow.
Enjoy the weather!
PB day for 1/2 marathoners!
Not known as a runner friendly course (the climb out of the Rocks at about 18km is as much a mental challenge as a physical one), the half marathon in Sydney was humbled today.
Based on what I know, massive PBs for both Lisa and Margreet - two new members of the Sub90 club! Well deserved for both. Awesome, awesome efforts.
Not to be outdone, Anthony Donnelly ran a masterful 86 and change, a PB for him.
Unconfirmed talk of John running near the 80 minute mark, which I think would be faster than last year though I'm not sure if that represents a PB for him. ?
Anyone else?
As for me, I am slowly approaching the 90 minute mark. It was my second 1/2 marathon PB in a month. I need about 1 more second per kilometre!! Alas, the Central Coast 1/2 in December is now a new target for me.
Based on what I know, massive PBs for both Lisa and Margreet - two new members of the Sub90 club! Well deserved for both. Awesome, awesome efforts.
Not to be outdone, Anthony Donnelly ran a masterful 86 and change, a PB for him.
Unconfirmed talk of John running near the 80 minute mark, which I think would be faster than last year though I'm not sure if that represents a PB for him. ?
Anyone else?
As for me, I am slowly approaching the 90 minute mark. It was my second 1/2 marathon PB in a month. I need about 1 more second per kilometre!! Alas, the Central Coast 1/2 in December is now a new target for me.
16 Sept 2006
Beautiful weather for a long day
Reports from north of Sydney confirmed that Inverell is a long way from Grafton.
Both Declan and David completed the race. Declan in about 7 hours and David just a little bit later!!
Well done.
***UPDATE .. I failed to mention that Gary Leahy also raced!
Both Declan and David completed the race. Declan in about 7 hours and David just a little bit later!!
Well done.
***UPDATE .. I failed to mention that Gary Leahy also raced!
eBay to the start line
From the marathon story in the New York Times:
A New York City Marathon bib was offered on eBay last month for $750 with a “buy it now” option of $1,000. It went unsold, but two weeks later another sold for more than $450. Among the marathon bibs for sale on eBay yesterday was one for Chicago with a bid of $162. Most bibs for the New York City Marathon are selling for $100 to $200, but one seller on Craigslist was recently asking $775 for his bib for a man in his racing age group. People placing ads looking for bibs were offering up to $300.
The entry fee for the New York City Marathon is $80 for members of the New York Road Runners Cluband $107 for nonmembers plus a $9 nonrefundable processing fee. The Chicago and Boston Marathons filled their slots in record time. Chicago’s fee is $90. Boston, which requires runners to meet a qualifying standard, charges $95 for Americans.
A New York City Marathon bib was offered on eBay last month for $750 with a “buy it now” option of $1,000. It went unsold, but two weeks later another sold for more than $450. Among the marathon bibs for sale on eBay yesterday was one for Chicago with a bid of $162. Most bibs for the New York City Marathon are selling for $100 to $200, but one seller on Craigslist was recently asking $775 for his bib for a man in his racing age group. People placing ads looking for bibs were offering up to $300.
The entry fee for the New York City Marathon is $80 for members of the New York Road Runners Cluband $107 for nonmembers plus a $9 nonrefundable processing fee. The Chicago and Boston Marathons filled their slots in record time. Chicago’s fee is $90. Boston, which requires runners to meet a qualifying standard, charges $95 for Americans.
Marathon mania
From The New York Times:
By JENNIFER BLECHER
Published: September 16, 2006
The notion of paying hundreds of dollars for the opportunity to run 26.2 miles may not appeal to most people, but some runners are doing just that because demand for marathons has outstripped the number of spots available in the fields.
More than 100,000 runners are training now for the three major fall marathons — Berlin, Chicago and New York City — and many thousands more are preparing for smaller races throughout the country. But many runners were unable to gain entry into the race of their choice, and some of them will turn to prohibited means of getting into the field, like using counterfeit bibs — the paper numbers runners wear on their shirts — or buying bibs at a premium online.
Race organizers say they are frustrated by this unintended consequence of staging popular events, but there is little they can do. Photocopied or otherwise fabricated bibs are needles in a haystack of tens of thousands of runners.
More than 90,000 people entered a lottery for the 50,000 spots awarded for the New York City Marathon, which will be Nov. 5. Considering that thousands of runners do not make it to race day because of injuries and myriad other reasons, organizers expect the field to be about 36,000.
By JENNIFER BLECHER
Published: September 16, 2006
The notion of paying hundreds of dollars for the opportunity to run 26.2 miles may not appeal to most people, but some runners are doing just that because demand for marathons has outstripped the number of spots available in the fields.
More than 100,000 runners are training now for the three major fall marathons — Berlin, Chicago and New York City — and many thousands more are preparing for smaller races throughout the country. But many runners were unable to gain entry into the race of their choice, and some of them will turn to prohibited means of getting into the field, like using counterfeit bibs — the paper numbers runners wear on their shirts — or buying bibs at a premium online.
Race organizers say they are frustrated by this unintended consequence of staging popular events, but there is little they can do. Photocopied or otherwise fabricated bibs are needles in a haystack of tens of thousands of runners.
More than 90,000 people entered a lottery for the 50,000 spots awarded for the New York City Marathon, which will be Nov. 5. Considering that thousands of runners do not make it to race day because of injuries and myriad other reasons, organizers expect the field to be about 36,000.
Zacked!
Associated Press Sports
Updated: 8:53 a.m. ET Sept. 13, 2006
FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) -Juergen Zack was suspended two years for doping Wednesday by the German Triathlon Union.
The organization said Zack, runner-up at the 1997 Hawaii Ironman contest, tested positive in July.
"The commission sees no other possibility but a two-year suspension according to the rules,'' said Reinhard Wilke, the chairman of Germany's triathlon anti-doping commission.
The union did not specify the banned substance Zack used. He had previously said he will retire.
The 40-year-old Zack had numerous top-10 finishes at the Hawaii Ironman and was a five-time winner of Roth, one of Europe's most prestigious long-distance races.
Updated: 8:53 a.m. ET Sept. 13, 2006
FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) -Juergen Zack was suspended two years for doping Wednesday by the German Triathlon Union.
The organization said Zack, runner-up at the 1997 Hawaii Ironman contest, tested positive in July.
"The commission sees no other possibility but a two-year suspension according to the rules,'' said Reinhard Wilke, the chairman of Germany's triathlon anti-doping commission.
The union did not specify the banned substance Zack used. He had previously said he will retire.
The 40-year-old Zack had numerous top-10 finishes at the Hawaii Ironman and was a five-time winner of Roth, one of Europe's most prestigious long-distance races.
14 Sept 2006
More Lance
From the New York Times:
Lance Armstrong said yesterday that he never pushed teammates to use performance-enhancing drugs and did not know they had done so. Instead, he said, there was a simple reason for his success.
“Some of us are born with 4 cylinders, and some of us are born with 12,” he said in a telephone interview from Austin, Tex.
http://www.nytimes.com/2006/09/14/sports/othersports/14cycling.html?_r=1&ref=sports&oref=slogin
Lance Armstrong said yesterday that he never pushed teammates to use performance-enhancing drugs and did not know they had done so. Instead, he said, there was a simple reason for his success.
“Some of us are born with 4 cylinders, and some of us are born with 12,” he said in a telephone interview from Austin, Tex.
http://www.nytimes.com/2006/09/14/sports/othersports/14cycling.html?_r=1&ref=sports&oref=slogin
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