UCI sanctions

The following riders have been sanctioned by the International Cycling Union:

Luis Fernandez Olivera (Spa), tested positive for Triamcinolone acetonide during the race Bira, in Spain, on July 1, 2004, sanctioned by Real Federacion Española de Ciclismo, fine of €601.

Victor Garcia Estevez (Spa), tested positive for Triamcinolone acetonide during the Vuelta Ciclista a Leon, in Spain, on August 5,6 and 7, 2004, sanctioned by Real Federacion Española de Ciclismo, fine of €601.

Victoriano Martinez Fernandez (Por), tested positive for Triamcinolone acetonide during the race Troféu Joaquim Agostinho GP Int. de Ciclismo de Torres Vedras, in Portugal, on July 10, 2004, sanctioned by Federacão Portuguesa de Ciclismo, suspension of six months from February 1, 2005 to July 31, 2005, disqualification of the race.

Alice Cristina Pereira Azevedo Couto (Por) tested positive for ephedrine during the Masters European Championships in Portugal on July 25, 2004, sanctioned by Federacão Portuguesa de Ciclismo, suspension of three months from October 25, 2004 to March 25, 2005 (idle period held in account), disqualification of the race.