FLandis letter, links

[woodburn]

Some deny and rely on faulty logic and rationalizations, some attack the accusers, and some....well, they simply "hope" he does not get caught.

http://www.bnd.com/2010/07/30/1346831/if-armstrongs-a-cheat-heres-hoping.html

Good luck with that one.

The author said LA had a 20% chance of survival. Is that accurate?

I find it funny that people hope he never admits cheating because it give cancer victims hope. As if nobody else has ever beaten cancer and is inspirational.

 

[theswordsman]

Armstrong lawyers say USADA offering riders deals

http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5jKB9kJFPQK1-D9n_HllA_3nhyTMgD9HBHH4G0

Lance Armstrong's attorneys say the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency is offering cyclists a "sweetheart deal" if they testify or provide evidence that the seven-time Tour de France winner cheated by doping.

Attorney Tim Herman told The Associated Press on Monday that if riders have been caught doping themselves, the deal from USADA could result in a reduced ban from competition and other incentives.

 

[editedbymod]

Sweetheart deals offered by USADA.

http://abcnews.go.com/Sports/wireStory?id=11307268

Pound wants donations matter handed over to IOC ethics committee:

http://www.bikeworldnews.com/2010/08/02/pound-calls-clarity-armstrong-donations

 

[DAOTEC]

House of cards coming down ...

AP: Livestrong foundation in trouble ?

http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5hF6-n0BpcNqYORFKqOBHfw-lZxMwD9HC62K80

 

[oldschoolnik]

NY Times - corroboration of Landis claims against Lance

http://www.nytimes.com/2010/08/05/sports/cycling/05armstrong.html?_r=1



"A former teammate of Armstrong [not Landis] said in a telephone interview Wednesday that he had spoken with investigators. He said he detailed some of his own drug use, as well as the widespread cheating that he said went on as part of the Postal Service team — all of which he said was done with Armstrong’s knowledge and encouragement."

 

[DAOTEC]

Germans are firing-up ....

Margentas are on the way in to this .... Der Jan for a lot more TdF victorys

Und Victor Conte ist sich sicher: „Das wird eine weitere Trophäe für Novitzky.“

Article: http://www.radsport-news.com/sport/sportnews_64893.htm

 

[theswordsman]

WSJ - The mystery of the 5 missing tests

Not specifically to do with Landis/Armstrong, but with the UCI not sanctioning riders declared to be dopers by their expert panel. It fits with Armstrong donations and the alleged Holczer story.

A person familiar with the situation said that WADA has received complaints in recent months from several individuals and representatives of antidoping organizations who have raised concerns about the UCI's oversight.

This person said antidoping officials are particularly concerned about the status of five professional riders who were flagged for doping in December but have not yet been sanctioned by the UCI. The riders, whose names are known only to the UCI, were determined to be doping by an independent committee of nine scientists and experts that was appointed by the UCI to review data from blood and urine tests.

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748703309704575413732974367988.html

 

[theswordsman]

Newsweek - Why Landis went after Armstrong

http://www.newsweek.com/2010/08/07/roots-of-a-rift.html

 

[theswordsman]

Nike?

Athletic gear maker Nike and the bicycle maker that sponsors Lance Armstrong’s racing team are cooperating with federal authorities investigating the seven-time Tour de France champion and others in cycling, spokesmen for both companies said Friday.

Investigators requested documents from Trek Bicycle Corp. early in July and company officials complied fully, said Bill Mashek, a spokesman for the Waterloo, Wis.-based company.

Mashek declined to say what those documents were. "One of the things investigators are seeking is for us not to comment," he said.

Nike spokesman Derek Kent offered a similar comment.

"Yes, we have been contacted by the authorities regarding their investigation, and we are cooperating fully," Kent said. "At their request, we are not commenting further."

http://www.brownsvilleherald.com/sports/investigation-115174-bicycle-milwaukee.html

 

[thehog]

http://www.myplainview.com/sports/article_fb304748-a29d-11df-bafe-001cc4c002e0.html

I really like this article. The writer is having a good think about what's going on.

 

[theswordsman]

Washington Post article about Novitsky

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/08/09/AR2010080904611.html

"I'm just glad he ain't after me," said attorney Richard Emery. "He is a nightmare for anyone that's he's focused on."

"As a result of the BALCO investigation he became well-known in government circles," said Don Catlin, the respected Los Angeles chemist and longtime anti-doping crusader who tutored Novitzky. "He became a star."

Novitzky, who frequently shows up in the courtroom for cases he works on, routinely declines interviews, saying publicity hampers his ability to do his job.

He told an AP reporter who recently showed up on his doorstep, "I ain't talking, man."

The advocates for cleaning up sports think it is worth investigating. To them, Novitzky is a hero. He does the dirty work pro sports leagues won't do themselves, whether that means testifying in a trial, twisting arms or leading a raid, as he did when agents shut down the Champaign, Ill., lab of Patrick Arnold, the chemist behind a BALCO steroid known as "the clear."

 

[this_is_edie]

It all began with Leogrande:

People familiar with the investigation said Novitzky's probe into cycling began after he was notified about a cache of performance-enhancing drugs that a landlord found in the vacated apartment of Kayle Leogrande, a little-known cyclist with a doping ban who rode for Rock Racing.

from Forbes - Cycling probe can't avoid biggest name Armstrong

 

[scribe]

http://www.deseretnews.com/blog/41/10009668/Rockmonster-unplugged-Getting-the-Word-Out.html

Some of these news guys are losing focus on what the issues are. Retirement, twitter, Armstrong/Landis. Makes sense?

 

[python]

puzzling that everyone jumped on a speculation wagon whether dz was the songbird but overlooked the following pregnant statement by howman

Regarding the information going before the Los Angeles grand jury, Howman said investigators have full worldwide access to explore information that emerges through investigative organizations outside the United States, such as Interpol.

http://articles.latimes.com/2010/aug/08/sports/la-sp-lance-armstrong-20100809/2

 

[Apolitical]

The latest article from SI

http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2010/more/08/09/cycling.armstrong.ap/index.html

 

[oldschoolnik]

Nothing new here but a really nice article written with a lot of common sense. I am posting because he states very eloquently why it's necessary to proceed with this investigation.

http://normantranscript.com/sports/x1189440745/dafds

BTW, what is the Norman Transcript?

 

[jmattinglybarbour]

Who's investigating Floyd?

Of course, there is a ton of talk about Lance's "guilt" in whatever possible thing they can trump up. We all know it's more important to take down a superstar who has used his fame to help cure cancer than a lying, proven doper, drunk...

But, can someone tell me if Landis is being prosecuted for perjury. Also is anyone putting together a civil suit against Landis for fraud, collecting money for his legal defense based on a lie? I'd sure want my money back had I been dumb enough to give him any.

 

[MacRoadie]

Of course, there is a ton of talk about Lance's "guilt" in whatever possible thing they can trump up. We all know it's more important to take down a superstar who has used his fame to help cure cancer than a lying, proven doper, drunk...

But, can someone tell me if Landis is being prosecuted for perjury. Also is anyone putting together a civil suit against Landis for fraud, collecting money for his legal defense based on a lie? I'd sure want my money back had I been dumb enough to give him any.

We'll get right on that after we're done investigating people who can't read or understand the very clearly defined rules of this thread:

I am opening this to allow users to add in relevant links.

Please note, this thread is only for links. Do not add any comments.

Anything other than links will be deleted.

Susan

 

[tubularglue]

"People familiar with the investigation said Novitzky's probe into cycling began after he was notified about a cache of performance-enhancing drugs that a landlord found in the vacated apartment of Kayle Leogrande, a little-known cyclist with a doping ban who rode for Rock Racing. "

"Dave Kettel, a former federal prosecutor assigned to handle organized crime and drug enforcement cases, said investigators likely will look at any e-mails, money transfers or correspondence where Armstrong or others may have lied.

If numerous people are involved, prosecutors may seek to file a conspiracy case, which Kettel said "casts a really wide net."

Elements of the potential case include any evidence against Rock Racing and at least two lawsuits involving Armstrong that featured allegations he used performance-enhancing drugs. "

Kettel, the former federal prosecutor, said the involvement of the grand jury is a key piece of strategy for investigations.

"Oftentimes, the main reason for using the grand jury is just to lock people in," he said. "If a person's story changes later, their sworn statements before the grand jury can be used against them." He said perjury charges are unlikely in that case because they're hard to prove, but that prosecutors can still charge the person with lying to a federal official.

He said the grand jury can also be used to get potentially favorable defense witnesses on the record. Their story often changes and their grand jury testimony can be used against them at trial, Kettel said.

Once the grand jury has heard all the testimony, it will decide whether to deliver indictments.

Those familiar with the case say the decision could come as late as next year.

http://www.publicopiniononline.com/ci_15756575?source=most_viewed

 

[theswordsman]

WADA has been able to help U.S. authorities smooth over international jurisdictional issues because it has a dedicated liaison officer assigned to the French government who works with international police agency Interpol, based in Lyon.

"We can go to Interpol and say we have been asked by another country to engage police or other agencies in Europe," Howman said. "That is what we have done in this inquiry.

"I want to ensure that they get the best information they possibly can. Only in that scenario can you say the air has been cleared."

Howman said Montreal-based WADA did not have access to evidence and had not yet been contacted directly by U.S. investigators. WADA also was working through the United States Anti-Doping Agency, though he did not rule out agency staff and documents eventually being questioned.

http://www.latimes.com/sports/nationworld/wire/sns-ap-cyc-wada-cycling,0,2474750.story

 

[blackcat]

http://www.yoox.com/item/YOOX/FREE+...119/rr/1/cod10/44248773HG/sts/sr_shoeswomen80

 

[thehog]

I love these articles: http://www.readthehook.com/stories/2010/08/19/THESPORTSDOC-0933.aspx - you see its the fault of france, Belguim and Spain!

One needn't be a lawyer to grasp how important it is for an argument to have a solid foundation. Even a courtroom drama like the ever-dubious Boston Legal constantly references circumstantial evidence and hearsay: two things that can easily kill a case, even in real life. It's not that circumstantial evidence is useless, but for a prosecutor to build a case on such shaky ground is indicative of one thing: a lack of direct evidence.


But why is the USADA so intent on this witch-hunt anyway? How could they possibly benefit from turning Lance Armstrong's heroic career into a doping scandal?

The answer lies in France, Belgium and Spain. They will never forgive the United States for producing Lance Armstrong, and this triumvirate is making and will continue to make life very, very hard for U.S. cycling. Unless we make amends and serve up Armstrong's head on a platter, the big three will find a way for every American rider to pay a hefty price.

Greg LeMond's reason for accusing Armstrong? Simple: seven is more than three.

Despite being the most closely scrutinized rider in cycling history, in his 20-year career, seven-time Tour de France winner Armstrong has never failed a single drug test-- not after a time trial, a stage win, or a trip to the dentist. And no USADA sweetheart deal can change that.

Now that's a truth I can handle

 

[arrhythmia rules]

Some big money being thrown around by Armstrong:
http://www.velonation.com/News/ID/5...ert-Fabiani-Hincapie-appoints-legal-team.aspx
Lance Armstrong has hired the same special counsel and media expert that represented then-US President Bill Clinton during the Whitewater investigation.

Mark Fabiani, who is based in La Jolla, California,

Also the bit about Hincapie having appointed the law firm Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz in New York to represent him. His attorneys declined to comment on the case.

 

[shawnrohrbach]

I love these articles: http://www.readthehook.com/stories/2010/08/19/THESPORTSDOC-0933.aspx - you see its the fault of france, Belguim and Spain!

One needn't be a lawyer to grasp how important it is for an argument to have a solid foundation. Even a courtroom drama like the ever-dubious Boston Legal constantly references circumstantial evidence and hearsay: two things that can easily kill a case, even in real life. It's not that circumstantial evidence is useless, but for a prosecutor to build a case on such shaky ground is indicative of one thing: a lack of direct evidence.


But why is the USADA so intent on this witch-hunt anyway? How could they possibly benefit from turning Lance Armstrong's heroic career into a doping scandal?

The answer lies in France, Belgium and Spain. They will never forgive the United States for producing Lance Armstrong, and this triumvirate is making and will continue to make life very, very hard for U.S. cycling. Unless we make amends and serve up Armstrong's head on a platter, the big three will find a way for every American rider to pay a hefty price.

Greg LeMond's reason for accusing Armstrong? Simple: seven is more than three.

Despite being the most closely scrutinized rider in cycling history, in his 20-year career, seven-time Tour de France winner Armstrong has never failed a single drug test-- not after a time trial, a stage win, or a trip to the dentist. And no USADA sweetheart deal can change that.

Now that's a truth I can handle

WTF??? You seem to have too much time on your hands.

 

[meep__]

Some big money being thrown around by Armstrong:
http://www.velonation.com/News/ID/5...ert-Fabiani-Hincapie-appoints-legal-team.aspx
Lance Armstrong has hired the same special counsel and media expert that represented then-US President Bill Clinton during the Whitewater investigation.

Mark Fabiani, who is based in La Jolla, California,

Also the bit about Hincapie having appointed the law firm Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz in New York to represent him. His attorneys declined to comment on the case.

Not the actions of a self-assured, innocent surely?