Yesterday, February 4, Andrea Iannone made her voice heard in the doping case that has suspended her license since last December. Due to a positive analysis for a doping product carried out on the sidelines of the Malaysian Grand Prix on November 3, 2019, the life and career of Joe the Maniac took on another meaning. He was heard by the FIM judges and he presented his defense. Which opens up a long procedure…
The case Andrea Iannone in the doping case in which he is the accused is becoming more complex. While a line of defense was expected on good faith and the consumption of meat containing steroids, a defensible theory given the small quantity detected in the body, it appears that the pilot Aprilia opposed a hair analysis demonstrating the absence of the incriminated substance.
A new element that will have to be studied, which means new deadlines. It will take 10 days for the final verdict, but the Aprilia rider's position is considered strengthened. Therefore, at this point, it is clear that Joe the Maniac has booked his plane ticket to Malaysia in vain. Logically, the FIM extends the suspension of the suspect’s license. Here is the official press release:
« Following a routine doping test conducted at the Grand Prix held in Sepang, Malaysia on November 3, 2019, Mr. Andrea Iannone tested positive for a substance banned by WADA and was was provisionally suspended on December 17, 2019.”
“Andrea Iannone requested an analysis of her B sample, which also confirmed the result of the A sample analysis.”
“The International Disciplinary Tribunal (CDI) hearing was held at the FIM Headquarters in the presence of a panel of three CDI judges where Mr. Iannone had the opportunity to present his case. »
“The procedure is still ongoing until a decision from the CDI is rendered. Mr Andrea Iannone remains provisionally suspended until then and is therefore excluded from participating in any motorcycling competition or related activity until further notice. »
“Under the World Anti-Doping Code and the FIM Anti-Doping Code, the FIM is unable to provide additional information at this time. »
