Thread: Astana, where are they?
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Old 07-08-08 | 07:13 AM
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Originally Posted by Chris32
Sorry for the ignorance but, could someone tell me without any BS why Astana is not in this years tour.....

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Chris
Some of their riders were involved in doping scandals in 2007. Of course, so were MANY other pro teams and riders. Le Tour leadership decided to apply their "policy" selectively to Astana while letting the other teams slide.

I have no problem with le Tour allowing or not allowing ANY TEAM FOR ANY REASON. However, when they apply their "rules" on an inconsistent basis ..... well, I'm calling BS. Shame on le Tour!

... Brad
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