Zirbel’s positive and an island getaway

February 1st, 2010 admin

Keep it short. And remember that we reserve the right to edit for grammar, length and clarity. Include your full name, hometown and state or nation. Send it to webletters@insideinc.com . Sauce for the gander? Editor: Sad news about Tom Zirbel’s positive test for DHEA. Yes, it is a black-and-white issue. All dopers should be thrown out. At least that’s what many say. How about having the testers, the UCI and WADA personnel go through the same tests? No excuses for contaminated supplements. And let’s not forget about the “whereabouts” rules. Will Dick Pound agree to follow the same rules as the athletes? I hope …


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