Fromafar 10,367 Posted August 9, 2022 6 hours ago, Triple.H. said: He didn't fail a standard test, his test was not negative. That may well be beaurocratic nonsense. But he hasn't tested positive or negative until the results of the tests are proven and publicised. Ok.He didn’t pass a standard test.! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lenny Lion 138 Posted August 9, 2022 10 hours ago, Triple.H. said: He didn't fail a standard test, his test was not negative. That may well be beaurocratic nonsense. But he hasn't tested positive or negative until the results of the tests are proven and publicised. His test was non negative. Which is a diplomatic way of saying it was positive. If it was inconclusive he would have been asked to take another test. Nobody can come on here & defend Ben , he broke the rules (knowingly or unknowingly) so now must serve his punishment. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
THE DEAN MACHINE 4,749 Posted August 9, 2022 Whilst on the subject of barker over the weekend I learnt that drug tests have to random, even if someone gives a name of a rider that is suspected of taking drugs to the testers they can’t target that rider, I suppose they could say it was random but they know a certain rider was in a certain race or meeting 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevehone 3,429 Posted August 9, 2022 Well it’s been confirmed positive now, hearing in september Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Justgotmecpc 1,059 Posted August 10, 2022 Great to watch but what a 5 star T@sser 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisa-colette 6,032 Posted August 10, 2022 Do we know what it is positive for? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Arthur54 1,302 Posted August 10, 2022 5 minutes ago, lisa-colette said: Do we know what it is positive for? Being a dick 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fromafar 10,367 Posted August 10, 2022 On 8/9/2022 at 1:33 AM, Triple.H. said: He didn't fail a standard test, his test was not negative. That may well be beaurocratic nonsense. But he hasn't tested positive or negative until the results of the tests are proven and publicised. Doesn’t look beaurocractic nonsense now.Let’s call it Positive. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
StephenMiller 75 Posted August 10, 2022 On 8/8/2022 at 10:35 PM, MD said: Common sense is no longer common. Common sense left the building long ago....and not just in speedway Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lenny Lion 138 Posted August 10, 2022 1 hour ago, lisa-colette said: Do we know what it is positive for? A banned substance , Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisa-colette 6,032 Posted August 10, 2022 2 minutes ago, Lenny Lion said: A banned substance , Well yes. But was wondering if that was still painkillers or something else? Guess they discuss that at the hearing? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dontforgetthefueltapsbruv 10,706 Posted August 10, 2022 2 hours ago, Fromafar said: Doesn’t look beaurocractic nonsense now.Let’s call it Positive. 1 hour ago, Lenny Lion said: A banned substance , 59 minutes ago, lisa-colette said: Well yes. But was wondering if that was still painkillers or something else? Guess they discuss that at the hearing? All will be revealed in due course. The sport has a duty of care to follow the correct legal process The result is at least confirmed so we know its the real thing...... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
daz9100 270 Posted August 10, 2022 I guess it must be painkillers as Plymouth have said the following. They must have been told what the drug involved is. “The Club, which made a full statement following the results of the A Test two weeks ago, will make no further comment other than to reiterate that they do not condone the use of illegal drugs in sport or life in any way and will support the SCB and BSPL fully, however we feel that there are well documented medical reasons why Ben took high doses of prescription drugs prior to the random test, and that whilst not mitigating the fact that this is against the rules and contrary to strict guidelines, that it is a scenario that deserves a full explanation and support from Ben’s Doctors. The SCB has called for a hearing with Ben in September, and the Club will do all it can to support all parties in the meantime. The Club will make no further comment but would remind everyone that as the matter will be subject to a formal hearing, that no potentially libellous or slanderous comments made on social media will be accepted, and the Club will reserve the right to take legal advice should any be made or seen specifically regarding the matter.” Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
baiden 90 Posted August 10, 2022 3 hours ago, lisa-colette said: Do we know what it is positive for? Plymouth stated Barker was taking prescription 'Co-Codamol and Zapaine that contain elements of Morphine' when he was first banned. Presume that's what he tested positive for (although that doesn't mean he also tested positive for something more recreational). If it is just the prescription medication, I guess he didn't inform the authorities he was taking it and didn't get an 'exemption certificate'. So facing a ban regardless I would have thought. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tsunami 10,219 Posted August 10, 2022 On 8/9/2022 at 12:00 PM, THE DEAN MACHINE said: Whilst on the subject of barker over the weekend I learnt that drug tests have to random, even if someone gives a name of a rider that is suspected of taking drugs to the testers they can’t target that rider, I suppose they could say it was random but they know a certain rider was in a certain race or meeting Any rider can be tested if there are strong reasons to believe he would be dangerous in a racing situation. What would be the point of just testing random riders and finding them drug free, when others could strongly suggest another rider would definitely fail the test. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
