Landis positive dope test confirmed (Reuters)

By Julien Pretot 2 hours, 11 minutes ago PARIS (Reuters) - Floyd Landis is likely to lose his Tour de France title after a second drugs sample confirmed a positive test for excessive amounts of the male sex hormone testosterone. A statement issued by the International Cycling Union (UCI) on Saturday said Landis's B sample taken after his win in the 17th stage on July 20 had confirmed a doping offence. Landis, who again denied ever taking drugs, was immediately sacked by his Swiss team Phonak. He ...