13.03.2003 Concerning Albina Achatova: She
was cleared from the accusation of doping on purpuse, meaning she’s
allowed to start in the World Championships. The Russian team physician
was banned for 3 months for injecting Achatova the medicine containing
the forbidden substance Nikethamide. The Russian Biathon Union looses
financial contribution and support for one year (about 50.000 Euro).
German team captain Norbert Baier thinks, the IBU “bend their knees
for the organizers of the World Championships. I cannot understand
it.” Uwe Müssiggang (German women’s trainer) said: “It leaves a
bad taste in your mouth.” |