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British Cycling Statement Dan Staite Suspended for Doping

Story posted July 29 | British Cycling Press Release

British Cycling has today confirmed that Dan Staite, a competitive cyclist unattached to a team, has been suspended from all competition for two years following an anti-doping rule violation. The period of ineligibility runs from 1 May 2010 until 1 May 2012.

An adverse analytical finding was declared on a urine sample collected from Mr Staite at the Roy Thame Cup, a National B event, on 13 March 2010 that showed presence of EPO and an aromatase inhibitor, both of which are prohibited by the World Anti-Doping Agency.

An investigation by UK Anti-Doping has confirmed an anti-doping rule violation and the National Anti-Doping Panel has consequently suspended Mr Staite from competition in line with point 2.1 of the UK Anti-Doping Rules adopted by British Cycling.

Bob Howden, British Cycling’s Chair of Anti-Doping Commission, said: “We are naturally disappointed that a cyclist has been found guilty of doping, however, this case shows that the comprehensive testing programme which operates at all levels of the sport is delivering results."

“We have a no tolerance policy towards doping and we are committed to working closely with UK Anti-Doping to eradicate the use of performance enhancing substances from our sport. Mr Staite’s example is a warning to all athletes, both amateur and professional, that cheats will be caught and that cycling must be and must be seen to be a drug-free sport.”

For more information about anti-doping and to read the full report, please visit www.ukad.org.uk