Shimano outlines anti-doping policy

Internally routed Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 wires make for a cleaner package.

Internally routed Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 wires make for a cleaner package. (Image credit: James Huang)

Bicycle component manufacturer Shimano issued a public statement outlining a firm anti-doping policy on Thursday, making it one of the first product manufacturers to explicitly demand that its sponsored athletes race clean.

Laura Weislo
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Laura Weislo has been with Cyclingnews since 2006 after making a switch from a career in science. As Managing Editor, she coordinates coverage for North American events and global news. As former elite-level road racer who dabbled in cyclo-cross and track, Laura has a passion for all three disciplines. When not working she likes to go camping and explore lesser traveled roads, paths and gravel tracks. Laura specialises in covering doping, anti-doping, UCI governance and performing data analysis.