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Landis says testosterone levels are natural

Landis says testosterone levels that triggered drug test are natural - Cycling - Yahoo! Sports

In his first public appearance since a positive test for high testosterone cast his title into doubt, the American said his body's natural metabolism -- not doping of any kind -- caused the result, and that he would soon have the test results to prove it.

"We will explain to the world why this is not a doping case but a natural occurrence," Landis said from the Spanish capital.

I am left to wonder how Landis will prove that the testosterone was naturally produced as part of his unique physiology. Not only that, what evidence will the Tour de France and doping authorities accept to prove his innocence?

If you recall, it took Lance Armstrong years to fight off doping allegations. Armstrong has never even tested positive for banned substances whereas Landis has.

I say the odds are stacked against Landis. The burden of proof is on his shoulders during a time when a hated American has won the Tour eight straight years.

Floyd - good luck to you buddy. If you are innocent and can prove it with science, then I stand with you. If you cheated, then shame on you. I would rather have a Spaniard win the Tour than have an American cheater win.

posted by Jim VAT @ 4:49 PM