HRNSW will send a range of urine samples to Cologne, Germany to be screened for several different prohibited substances including xenon and argon gas. Methods of analysis for the detection of the elements has been developed for both blood and urine samples by a German laboratory.
HRNSW CEO John Dumesny confirmed the samples would be tested in Germany, as the governing body ensured it remained the industry leader in regards to its integrity strategies and policy.
“HRNSW strives to ensure there is a level playing field for all participants in the sport of harness racing in this state and the decision to send these swabs to Germany affirms our stance,” Dumesny said.
“Xenon and Argon are both prohibited substances and are catergorised as stimulating agents.”
Inhaling the gas has shown to boost levels of erythropoietin in the body which in turn stimulates the production of red blood cells.
“HRNSW will leave no stone unturned in keeping the sport clean.”
“As a body, HRNSW wants the participants and punters alike to have full confidence in the sport and through strategies like this we are assuring this is the case.”
Harness Racing NSW (HRNSW) is the controlling body for harness racing in New South Wales with responsibility for commercial and regulatory management of the industry including 31 racing clubs across the State. HRNSW is headed by an industry-appointed Board of Directors and is independent of Government.
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