UCI doping news

The following riders have been sanctioned for doping offences by their national federations:

Yeisson Delgado (Ven), tested positive for EPO during the Vuelta a Guatemala on October 27 and 29, 2004, sanctioned by Federacion Venezolana De Ciclismo, suspension of 2 years from November 10, 2004 to November 9, 2006, disqualification of the race, fine of CHF1,000.

Jorge Nogaledo Garica (Spa), tested positive for triamcinolone acetonide during the race G.P. Ciudad de Vigo (Spa) on August 22, 2004, sanctioned by Real Federacion Espanola De Ciclismo, warning.

Sara Lindman-Porter (Swe), tested positive for cannabis during the World Masters Championships (Can) on September 5, 2004, sanctioned by Canadian Cycling Association, warning.

Lubos Kejval (Cze), tested positive for HCG during the Hessen Rundfahrt on September 2, 2004, sanctioned by Czech Cycling Federation, suspension of 2 years from October 5, 2004 to October 5, 2006, disqualification of the race, fine of CHF 1,000.