My question is that her suspension is backdated to the date of her positive sample, but yet she continued to race in August and September. I’m not sure when the sample was actually tested and determined to be positive so I assume maybe she didn’t know yet. Regardless I don’t get it, if you go to the doctor and he/she prescribes you something, how do you not research what is in it.
I haven’t looked through the WTC pro bylaws/rules, but what happens when/if a Pro pops positive after the race, in regards to prize money? I know WTC claims to not payout till after testing results comes out, so does the prize money roll down to the lower rankings? If they did in fact pay out does she owe WTC money? What does the 5th, 6th,7th and possibly 7th,8th,9th if they paid that far down, get now that she has tested positive?
FWIW, this was covered by Lava on Tuesday when the ban was issued…
I haven’t looked through the WTC pro bylaws/rules, but what happens when/if a Pro pops positive after the race, in regards to prize money? I know WTC claims to not payout till after testing results comes out, so does the prize money roll down to the lower rankings? If they did in fact pay out does she owe WTC money? What does the 5th, 6th,7th and possibly 7th,8th,9th if they paid that far down, get now that she has tested positive?
FWIW, this was covered by Lava on Tuesday when the ban was issued…
WTC usually doesn’t pay out for 4-8 weeks until all tests have cleared so I don’t think she would have got her money but I don’t really know for sure. I guess you could ask Uli how much her check was for Boulder and find out. The real question I would have is what happens to the money she won later on at races in August and September that were not WTC races.
Interesting that a relatively young women who’s sponsored by a product called EPO Boost just happens to have a medical problem that requires testosterone. http://brlsports.com/morgan-chaffin/
Also interesting that a woman who has a masters degree in exercise science didn’t realize that testosterone was a banned substance for professional triathletes.
Pretty hard to swallow she ‘forgot’ to tell her doc she was a professional athlete and subject to WADA drug testing. Actually not pretty hard - impossible. There should be an extra year tagged on for being stupid or blattantly lying.
My question is that her suspension is backdated to the date of her positive sample, but yet she continued to race in August and September. I’m not sure when the sample was actually tested and determined to be positive so I assume maybe she didn’t know yet. Regardless I don’t get it, if you go to the doctor and he/she prescribes you something, how do you not research what is in it.
OK but this quote out of the press release seems weak. She should know that T is banned and should have asked her doc what she is being given.
Chaffin’s positive test was consistent with the use of Testosterone. She openly acknowledged that she took the drug following consultation with her local physician to treat a medical condition. “I never intended to break the rules,” Chaffin said. “My mistake was in not telling my physician that I was subject to drug testing rules and in not checking with Ironman before I received the treatment.”
x2…nice try blaming it on the doc! What does the doc know about WADA rules? She’s a pro, she needs to know the rules of engagement for her profession…and to the points you have made in the past, when professionals say they don’t even know the basics of their sport, it just devalues the professionalism of all pros. Sorry pros who are reading but this type of statement does not help your cause in the sense it makes you all look like a bunch of amateurs who don’t even know what you are doing. Pretty well every serious age grouper knows this won’t fly either.
Why is the WTC the unit handing down the consequence?
This sort of thing, IMO, should be handled by a governing body. Whereas I know that the WTC often assumes the responsibility of a NGB, it’s unfortunate. Where’s Tygart on this?
Bingo. And what is a “U.S. Professional Ironman athlete”? I am not sure I have heard that term used before. Does this juts mean she can’t race WTC events?
x2…nice try blaming it on the doc! What does the doc know about WADA rules? She’s a pro, she needs to know the rules of engagement for her profession…and to the points you have made in the past, when professionals say they don’t even know the basics of their sport, it just devalues the professionalism of all pros. Sorry pros who are reading but this type of statement does not help your cause in the sense it makes you all look like a bunch of amateurs who don’t even know what you are doing. Pretty well every serious age grouper knows this won’t fly either.
Exactly. I know I can’t take testosterone and I’m just some random amateur AG’er that might come in 300th place. It’s her fucking job.
I have certain things I can and cannot take due to my job and I’m damn well aware of it. For example, I was on pain meds a lot recently after I had surgery (and a post-op indirectly related staff infection) and I knew I was restricted and I couldn’t carry my weapon. Granted, not like I was leaving the house and going to work anyway but I know damn well that painkillers or alcohol or whatever plus a firearm is a big no-no. If one gets involved in a shooting while hopped up on narcs or alcohol you’re going to be in a shitload of trouble, regardless of whether the shoot was legit and clean.
Interesting that a relatively young women who’s sponsored by a product called EPO Boost just happens to have a medical problem that requires testosterone. http://brlsports.com/morgan-chaffin/
Also interesting that a woman who has a masters degree in exercise science didn’t realize that testosterone was a banned substance for professional triathletes.
I agree.
Also, what legitimate condition would a otherwise active, healthy female have that would require testosterone to fix…as opposed to a major change in diet or another legal drug? Maybe someone forgot to tell her that a low testosterone level is NORMAL because I don’t know, she’s female.
“My mistake was in not telling my physician that I was subject to drug testing rules and in not checking with Ironman before I received the treatment.”
Good grief!
I read that statement with absolute disbelief.
With all due respect (and I am not sure if that applies), how can someone be that clueless?
“My mistake was in not telling my physician that I was subject to drug testing rules and in not checking with Ironman before I received the treatment.”
Good grief!
I read that statement with absolute disbelief.
With all due respect (and I am not sure if that applies), how can someone be that clueless?
I don’t think she’s clueless. I think it’s easier to say that than it is to say “I’m sorry I got caught cheating”
**I don’t think she’s clueless. I think it’s easier to say that than it is to say “I’m sorry I got caught cheating” **
That’s after-the-fact!
Before:
“Hey, Doc, I race professionally in triathlon. I know there are some restrictions on what I can take. Will I be OK taking these meds? Is there anything I should know about them?”
Read the information pertinent to your job of being a professional athlete. Know what a TUE is. Or failing that, “Hi WTC. It’s been suggested by my doctor that I take X for Y condition. I’ve not taken any of this medication yet, but I wanted to check in with you to know if this is allowed and if it is, is there anything else I should know about what I should do?”
Why is the WTC the unit handing down the consequence?
This sort of thing, IMO, should be handled by a governing body. Whereas I know that the WTC often assumes the responsibility of a NGB, it’s unfortunate. Where’s Tygart on this?
I’m aware of the testing hierarchy and the current/ awkward role of the WTC in the environment. What I don’t understand is why the USADA, upon hearing or reading the results of such a positive test, remains silent on the topic (at least, no mention on their website as of this posting). Seems to me that if an athlete is popped by the WTC for a banned substance and the athlete has accepted/ admitted to the results, then the official sports ban comes from a NGB, so that it can be honored by multiple race organizers, including the WTC. As it stands right now, at least this is my understanding, the WTC hands down sanctions for athletes that applies only to its races. Therefore, the athlete has an opportunity to still race and collect winnings at non-WTC events.
“My mistake was in not telling my physician that I was subject to drug testing rules and in not checking with Ironman before I received the treatment.”
Good grief!
I read that statement with absolute disbelief.
With all due respect (and I am not sure if that applies), how can someone be that clueless?
WTC’s press release should have just covered the infraction, time frame, person and sanction and not given her a platform for her excuse, no matter how weak we view it to be.
I knew this “athlete” when she lived in my town and I am seriously not surprised. Very narcissistic and egotistical- thought she was the"shit" but in our little neck of the woods, she was just a big fish in a very small pond. When she turned “pro” their was a collective rolling of the eyes, and then when she started producing times that seemed to be unrealistic for her abilities, we all speculated she was getting “assistance.” Her personality fits the mold for those who choose to cheat, because her agenda was to feed her ego and then post it on FB. Just brutal. I hope this shames her to never step foot on a starting line down the road, but it probably won’t. Her weak excuse exemplifies her delusion that she thinks she made an “honest mistake.” Are you kidding me?? PRO— RACING IRONMAN FOR PRIZE MONEY— USES TESTOSTERONE. Come on WTC; throw the damn book at her.