Hmm.
I find it hard to
Hmm.
I find it hard to believe that both Bruyneel and Armstrong were unaware of 1) the possibility of unannounced tests whilst in the AFLD’s jurisdiction and b) that Armstrong needed to remain within sight of the tester.
Equally, I think the AFLD (if the account given is correct) botched this by a) not insisting that Armstrong remain in sight of the tester and b) noting that there were no irregularities in the conduct of the testing procedure.
The AFLD should publish their paperwork, and if it does (as Armstrong and Bruyneel say) note no irregularities in that test, the matter should be left to rest. Messrs Armstrong and Bruyneel might wish also to acquaint themselves with testing procedures in the areas in which they intend to race and train, to avoid future unpleasantness.
As for McQuaid’s statement, I laugh at the thought of the UCI accusing the AFLD of unprofessionalism. The UCI, an organisation that is constantly just about to sort out a blood passport scheme that it’s already charged the participating teams for. Feh.