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23/04/2013
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Godolphin Stable In Doping Inquiry
Godolphin Stable is being investigated as part of a doping inquiry after eleven of its horses tested positive for anabolic steroids.
Godolphin trainer, Mahmood Al Zarooni, is to attend a British Horseracing Authority inquiry after the irregularities were found in 11 of the 45 racehorses.
A statement on the stable's website said: "Al Zarooni has admitted that he was responsible for the administration of the prohibited substances."
The trainer added: "Because the horses involved were not racing at the time, I did not realise that what I was doing was in breach of the rules of racing.
"I can only apologise for the damage this will cause to Godolphin and to racing generally."
The 11 horses have together won more than £1.3m in prize money.
Pensioner Dies At Spanish Golf Resort
Tributes have been paid to a Scottish pensioner who died on a golf course in Spain.
73-year-old Thomas Ross, from Nairn, is reported to have drowned in a lake as he tried to retrieve a golf ball. He was staying at a golf resort in Andalucia with five friends from his local golf club when the accident happened.
Mr Ross had been a member of Nairn Golf Club from more than 30 years.
Three More Arrested After FA Cup Violence
Three more men have been arrested in connection with violence at an FA Cup semi-final between Millwall and Wigan.
The arrests bring the total number of people detained so far to 23. The figure includes those who handed themselves in to police. Three people have been charged.
During the second half of Millwall's 2-0 loss to Wigan on April 13, around 20 Millwall fans were involved in clashes behind the goal at Wembley Stadium.
The scenes, which were witnessed by millions on television, left some fans injured and youngsters in tears.
The three men arrested on Tuesday, aged 21, 22 and 27, were picked up at addresses in London by officers from Operation Arrowtip, which targets football-related crime, Scotland Yard said. In addition, a further 17 images have been released of people at the match whom police want to speak to.
(JP/CD)
Godolphin Stable is being investigated as part of a doping inquiry after eleven of its horses tested positive for anabolic steroids.
Godolphin trainer, Mahmood Al Zarooni, is to attend a British Horseracing Authority inquiry after the irregularities were found in 11 of the 45 racehorses.
A statement on the stable's website said: "Al Zarooni has admitted that he was responsible for the administration of the prohibited substances."
The trainer added: "Because the horses involved were not racing at the time, I did not realise that what I was doing was in breach of the rules of racing.
"I can only apologise for the damage this will cause to Godolphin and to racing generally."
The 11 horses have together won more than £1.3m in prize money.
Pensioner Dies At Spanish Golf Resort
Tributes have been paid to a Scottish pensioner who died on a golf course in Spain.
73-year-old Thomas Ross, from Nairn, is reported to have drowned in a lake as he tried to retrieve a golf ball. He was staying at a golf resort in Andalucia with five friends from his local golf club when the accident happened.
Mr Ross had been a member of Nairn Golf Club from more than 30 years.
Three More Arrested After FA Cup Violence
Three more men have been arrested in connection with violence at an FA Cup semi-final between Millwall and Wigan.
The arrests bring the total number of people detained so far to 23. The figure includes those who handed themselves in to police. Three people have been charged.
During the second half of Millwall's 2-0 loss to Wigan on April 13, around 20 Millwall fans were involved in clashes behind the goal at Wembley Stadium.
The scenes, which were witnessed by millions on television, left some fans injured and youngsters in tears.
The three men arrested on Tuesday, aged 21, 22 and 27, were picked up at addresses in London by officers from Operation Arrowtip, which targets football-related crime, Scotland Yard said. In addition, a further 17 images have been released of people at the match whom police want to speak to.
(JP/CD)
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26 April 2013
Godolphin Trainer Banned For Eight Years
Godolphin racehorse trainer, Mahmood al Zarooni, has been banned for eight years after admitting to doping offences. Following a disciplinary panel hearing in London, the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) also confirmed that fifteen of Mr al Zarooni's horses have been suspended from running for a six-month period.
Godolphin Trainer Banned For Eight Years
Godolphin racehorse trainer, Mahmood al Zarooni, has been banned for eight years after admitting to doping offences. Following a disciplinary panel hearing in London, the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) also confirmed that fifteen of Mr al Zarooni's horses have been suspended from running for a six-month period.
16 June 2014
The Open Golf Competition To Return To NI
The Open golf competition is to return to Northern Ireland in 2019, it has been confirmed. The Royal Portrush Golf Club is to host the sport's oldest competiton for the first time since it was last hosted at the venue in 1951.
The Open Golf Competition To Return To NI
The Open golf competition is to return to Northern Ireland in 2019, it has been confirmed. The Royal Portrush Golf Club is to host the sport's oldest competiton for the first time since it was last hosted at the venue in 1951.
06 September 2010
Golf Course Body 'Had Head Injury'
The young man whose body was found badly burnt on a Brighton golf course, died from a head injury, a post-mortem has revealed. The body of the man, who was in his late teens or early twenties, was found between the 17th and 18th holes at the Dyke Golf club on the outskirts of Brighton, just before midday on Saturday.
Golf Course Body 'Had Head Injury'
The young man whose body was found badly burnt on a Brighton golf course, died from a head injury, a post-mortem has revealed. The body of the man, who was in his late teens or early twenties, was found between the 17th and 18th holes at the Dyke Golf club on the outskirts of Brighton, just before midday on Saturday.
10 September 2008
Burned Body Found On Scottish Golf Course
A golf course in Carnoustie in Angus has been closed, following the discovery of a badly burned body this morning, Tayside Police have confirmed. The body was discovered by officers around 6:40am this morning on the Buddon Golf Course. The area where the body was discovered has been cordoned off and an examination of the scene is being carried out.
Burned Body Found On Scottish Golf Course
A golf course in Carnoustie in Angus has been closed, following the discovery of a badly burned body this morning, Tayside Police have confirmed. The body was discovered by officers around 6:40am this morning on the Buddon Golf Course. The area where the body was discovered has been cordoned off and an examination of the scene is being carried out.
07 May 2004
Glenshee Chairlift Company placed in receivership
The Glenshee Chairlift Company, which runs the Glencoe and Glenshee ski centres and a golf club, has been placed in receivership. The company, which had been seeking a buyer for the business, blamed poor snow conditions and protracted negotiations with a potential buyer on the decision to call in the receivers.
Glenshee Chairlift Company placed in receivership
The Glenshee Chairlift Company, which runs the Glencoe and Glenshee ski centres and a golf club, has been placed in receivership. The company, which had been seeking a buyer for the business, blamed poor snow conditions and protracted negotiations with a potential buyer on the decision to call in the receivers.
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