Vinokourov tests positive; Astana withdraws from Tour

Vinokourov tests positive; Astana withdraws from Tour

By VeloNews.com

This report filed July 24, 2007

Vinokourov tested positive for homologous blood doping after his time trial win on Saturday

Double stage victor Alexandre Vinokourov (Astana)learned Tuesday that he had tested positive for homologous blood doping following his victory in Saturday's individual time trial.

Vinokourov and his Astana team have reportedly withdrawn from the Tour.

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