Friday, April 17, 2015

AFL tribunal delivers bittersweet verdict for Stephen Dank


  • Stephen Dank found guilty of 10 charges by AFL tribunal

  • Former Essendon doctor however cleared of administration charges relating to Thymosin Beta 4

  • ASADA to decide whether it will appeal


Stephen Dank has avoided the three crucial charges relating to the administration of banned peptide Thymosin Beta 4, but could still face a life-time ban from the sport after ruling by the AFL’s anti-doping tribunal in Melbourne, Friday.


Dank, the sports scientist at the heart of the club’s controversial supplements program, has been fighting for his career after the Australian Sports Anti-Doping Authority and the AFL levelled several serious charges against him, including the alleged administration, attempted administration, and assistance of players in the use of banned substances.


Related: Essendon verdict: AFL anti-doping tribunal clears past and present players


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