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Monday, March 7, 2016

Maria Sharapova fails drugs test... world of sport in shock as tennis superstar reveals she tested positive at the Australian Open


The 28-year-old Russian tennis player confirmed the shock news at a pre-arranged press conference held in Los Angeles on Monday

Maria Sharapova announces she FAILED a drug test at the 2016 Australian Open after testing positive for Meldonium

  • Former Wimbledon champion Maria Sharapova tested positive for Meldonium after competing in Australian Open
  • Meldonium was a medicine the Russian ace took for 10 years but it became a prohibited substance on January 1
  • She received letter on December 22 from WADA informing her of changes and she admits she didn't look at the list
  • It was added because WADA said there 'evidence of its use by athletes with the intention of enhancing performance'
 
 
 
Maria Sharapova has announced she failed a drugs test at the 2016 Australian Open after testing positive for Meldonium.
Meldonium was a medicine Sharapova took for 10 years but it became a prohibited substance on January 1. Sharapova received a letter on December 22 from WADA informing her of changes - and she admits she did not look at the list. 
The 28-year-old Russian ace confirmed the shock news at a pre-arranged press conference held in Los Angeles. 'I don't want to end my career this way and I really hope I will be given another chance to play this game,' she said. 
Maria Sharapova has announced she failed a drugs test at the 2016 Australian Open after testing positive for Meldonium
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Maria Sharapova has announced she failed a drugs test at the 2016 Australian Open after testing positive for Meldonium
The 28-year-old Russian tennis player confirmed the shock news at a pre-arranged press conference held in Los Angeles on Monday
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The 28-year-old Russian tennis player confirmed the shock news at a pre-arranged press conference held in Los Angeles on Monday
Meldonium (file picture above) was a medicine Sharapova took for 10 years but it became a prohibited substance on January 1
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Meldonium (file picture above) was a medicine Sharapova took for 10 years but it became a prohibited substance on January 1
Maria Sharapova has only played three tournaments in the last eight months after being plagued with injury
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Maria Sharapova has only played three tournaments in the last eight months after being plagued with injury
Speculation was rife that 2004 Wimbledon champion (pictured with her trophy) would hang up her racket prior to Monday's announcement
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Speculation was rife that 2004 Wimbledon champion (pictured with her trophy) would hang up her racket prior to Monday's announcement
She falls to her knees in celebration after beating Serena Williams in 2004 final
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The Russian poses with her Wimbledon trophy in 2004
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She falls to her knees in celebration (left) and poses with trophy after beating Serena Williams in 2004 final

WHAT IS MELDONIUM?

Meldonium, also known as Mildronate, was added to the new banned list of drugs last year, which came into place on January 1, 2016.
The drug was added to the list because the World Doping Anti-Agency said there 'evidence of its use by athletes with the intention of enhancing performance.'
WADA had been observing Meldonium in 2015, adding it to its 'monitoring programme' to determine its effects on athletic performance.
It is used medically to treat ischemia, or a lack of blood flow. It can be used as a metabolic enhancer to increase endurance through greater blood flow.
The Institute of Biochemistry - Center for Preventive Doping Research, German Sport University Cologne said of the drug: 'Anti-ischemic drug Mildronate demonstrates an increase in endurance performance of athletes, improved rehabilitation after exercise, protection against stress, and enhanced activations of central nervous system (CNS) functions.' 
Sharapova said she has been taking the drug since 2006 to aid in a variety of health problems.
On December 22 of last year, WADA sent out an email indicating what drugs would be banned starting in 2016 and Sharapova conceded that she received but did not read that email. 
'I failed the test and take full responsibility for that. I had been taking this medicine for the past 10 years, but on 1 January this became a prohibited substance which I did not know.' 
Sharapova, who has played in only one tournament this year, losing to Serena Williams in the quarter-finals of the Australian Open, said she received a letter from the ITF informing her of the failed test for Meldonium.
Meldonium, also known as Mildronate, was added to the new banned list of drugs last year, which came into place on January 1, 2016.
The drug was added to the list because the World Doping Anti-Agency said there 'evidence of its use by athletes with the intention of enhancing performance.'
WADA had been observing Meldonium in 2015, adding it to its 'monitoring programme' to determine its effects on athletic performance.
It is used medically to treat ischemia, or a lack of blood flow. It can be used as a metabolic enhancer to increase endurance through greater blood flow.
The Institute of Biochemistry - Center for Preventive Doping Research, German Sport University Cologne said of the drug: 'Anti-ischemic drug Mildronate demonstrates an increase in endurance performance of athletes, improved rehabilitation after exercise, protection against stress, and enhanced activations of central nervous system (CNS) functions.'  
Sharapova has played only three tournaments in the past eight months and recently has had a succession of problems with her right arm and shoulder, the latter having already undergone surgery in 2013. 


Sharapova poses with the US Open trophy after defeating Justine Henin-Hardenne in the 2006 final
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Sharapova poses with the US Open trophy after defeating Justine Henin-Hardenne in the 2006 final
The Russian displays her US Open trophy outside Arthur Ashe Stadium following her success in 2006
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The Russian displays her US Open trophy outside Arthur Ashe Stadium following her success in 2006
Sharapova speaks at press conference at 2008 Australian Open
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She went on to claim Grand Slam glory when she beat Ana Ivanovic in the final
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Sharapova speaks at press conference at 2008 Australian Open (left) before claiming Grand Slam glory (right)
The 28-year-old kisses the Coupe Suzanne Lenglen of claiming the first of her two French Open titles in 2012
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The 28-year-old kisses the Coupe Suzanne Lenglen of claiming the first of her two French Open titles in 2012
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Sharapova's final Grand Slam win came in the 2014 French Open, where she beat Simona Halep in the final
The Russian tennis star poses with the Coupe Suzanne Lenglen trophy after securing French Open victory 
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The Russian tennis star poses with the Coupe Suzanne Lenglen trophy after securing French Open victory 
Sharapova of Russia poses in front of the Eiffel Tower following her success in the 2014 French Open final
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Sharapova of Russia poses in front of the Eiffel Tower following her success in the 2014 French Open final







MARIA SHARAPOVA: CAREER TIMELINE 

2001 Played the first event of her career
2002 Played in her first two WTA Tour events
2003 Won first WTA titles at the Japan Open in Tokyo and Quebec City, plus debuted in all four Grand Slams
2004 Won her first Grand Slam final at Wimbledon, beating Serena Williams in the final
2006 Won US Open title, her second Grand Slam, by beating Justine Henin in final
2008 Won the Australian Open title
2012 Successful season saw French Open win complete full set of four majors
2014 Won her fifth Grand Slam title at the French Open

SHARAPOVA'S TITLES 

Australian Open 2008
French Open 2012, 2014
Wimbledon 2004
US Open 2006
WTA Tour Finals 2004
Olympic silver medal 2012

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NEW HARRY POTTER MOVIE 2016: J.K. Rowling publicará esta semana nuevo relato inspirado en Harry Potter

La escritora británica divulgará una narración llamada "Historia de la magia en Norteamérica", en la antesala al estreno de la próxima película inspirada en uno de sus libros.

  07 de marzo del 2016 / 15:34 Hrs
La escritora británica J.K. Rowling anunció hoy que publicará esta semana en su página web un nuevo relato inspirado en el universo de Harry Potter, "Historia de la magia en Norteamérica".
Rowling divulgará en cuatro entregas, entre mañana y el viernes, una narración que avanzará algo del contexto en el que se moverán los personajes de "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them", la película protagonizada por el actor Eddie Redmayne cuyo estreno está previsto para noviembre.
En las últimas semanas se han conocido algunos de los detalles del mundo fantástico en el que Rowling, guionista del filme, situará la acción.
La escuela de magia norteamericana de Ilvermorny jugará un papel relevante en la nueva trama, aunque también habrá jóvenes estudiantes de diversos tipos de conjuros en Brasil (Castelobruxo), Japón (Mahoutokoro) y África (Ugadou).
Se ha revelado asimismo que la película, primera entrega de una trilogía, tendrá como personaje central a Newt Scamander, un viajero experto en el estudio de criaturas mágicas. 
La labor de Scamander le llevará a escribir el libro de texto sobre esa materia que aparece en "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone") ("Harry Potter y la piedra filosofal"), la primera novela del niño mago, publicada en 1997.
La cinta estará dirigida por David Yates, autor de las cuatro últimas entregas cinematográficas de Harry Potter, y producida por David Heyman, colaborador habitual en los proyectos de Rowling para la gran pantalla.
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BREAKING NEWS: Maria Sharapova admits failing drugs test at Australian Open


Sharapova admits failing drugs test at Australian Open Maria Sharapova admits failing drugs test at Australian Open.

Former world number one Maria Sharapova has revealed she failed a drugs test at the Australian Open.
The Russian, 28, tested positive for meldonium, a substance she has been taking since 2006 for health issues.
Sharapova, a five-time Grand Slam champion, said she was not yet aware of the sanctions she will face.
"I failed the test and take full responsibility for that," said Sharapova, who won Wimbledon as a 17-year-old in 2004.
"I had been taking this medicine for the past 10 years, but on 1 January this became a prohibited substance which I did not know."
She added: "I received an email on 22 December from Wada [World Anti-Doping Agency] about the changes happening to the banned list and you can see prohibited items, and I didn't click on that link."
Maria Sharapova wins Wimbledon in 2004
Sharapova is ranked seventh in the world but has played just four tournaments since Wimbledon last July as she has struggled with an arm injury.
Her most recent match was a defeat by Serena Williams at the Australian Open in January, but Sharapova, who turns 29 in April, hopes to be able to return to tennis in the future.
"I made a huge mistake," she said.
"I know I face consequences and I didn't want to end my career this way. I hope I will be given the chance to play this game again."
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Maria Sharapova has revealed she failed a drugs test at the Australian Open in January - and fears for her future in the sport.

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"I don't want my career to end this way," the Russian five-times Grand Slam winner said in addressing a press conference in Los Angeles.
"What I put in my body is my responsibility.
"This is new to me. I don't know what the consequences will be.
"I will be working with the ITF (International Tennis Federation)."
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WTA TENNIS 2016: Maria Sharapova confiesa que dio positivo en un control en el Abierto de Australia





 

La tenista rusa aseguró que se trata de un medicamento y que ella desconocía que constituía una sustancia prohibida.

07 de marzo del 2016 / 17:14 Hrs
Maria Sharapova realizó este lunes la impactante revelación. Foto: Agencias.
La tenista rusa Maria Sharapova confesó este lunes que dio positivo en un control antidopaje efectuado en el último Abierto de Australia.
Según la deportista, el motivo es el consumo de un medicamento que -de acuerdo a su versión- desconocía que se tratara de una sustancia prohibida.
"Yo fallé el control y toda la responsabilidad de ello es mía", dijo Sharapova al momento de comunicar la noticia.
Aquel remedio contenía Meldonium, un compuesto que, entre otras cosas, mejora la circulación sanguínea y, por ende, el rendimiento deportivo.
"Yo tomaba desde hace 10 años esa medicina, pero a partir del 1 de enero comenzó a ser prohibida", agregó.
"No quiero terminar mi carrera de esta forma. Quiero que me den una nueva oportunidad", expresó una vez que hizo las revelaciones.
A primera hora, se había especulado de que Sharapova anunciaría su retiro, lo que queda descartado a partir de lo señalado. En tanto, en menor medida se habló de un embarazo.
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Saturday, March 5, 2016

Caso de corrupción en Brasil: Dilma Rousseff se juntará con Lula da Silva a un día de que va a declarar





En la mañana del viernes, el ex presidente fue llevado a declarar luego de que su domicilio y otras dependencias fueran allanadas por la policía federal.

  05 de marzo del 2016 / 12:17 Hrs
   
La presidenta brasileña, Dilma Rousseff, visitará hoy en su residencia a su antecesor y mentor político, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, quien el viernes se convirtió en el nuevo blanco de la mayor investigación por corrupción en el país, según informaron medios locales.
Rousseff, de acuerdo con el canal de televisión Globo, parará en Sao Paulo antes de continuar su viaje a Porto Alegre, donde la jefa de Estado tiene su domicilio particular y esperaba pasar el fin de semana sin compromisos oficiales.
La mandataria, de acuerdo con la información, salió de la capital Brasilia, pretende hacer escala en Sao Paulo y de allí desplazarse hasta Sao Bernardo do Campo, municipio de la región metropolitana de la mayor ciudad brasileña y donde reside Lula.
La Presidencia de la República y el Instituto Lula, entidad orientada por el exgobernante y que oficia como su portavoz, no confirmaron ni desmintieron el encuentro entre los dos líderes del gobernante Partido de los Trabajadores (PT), que se produce un día después de que las investigaciones se centraran en el exmandatario.
Lula, uno de los fundadores insignes del PT y gobernante entre 2003 y 2010, fue trasladado este viernes por agentes y prestó declaración durante unas tres horas a la Policía por su supuesta implicación en el escándalo de desvíos en la petrolera estatal Petrobras.
Después del interrogatorio, Lula dio una declaración a la prensa y participó en la noche del viernes de un acto político en el que denunció la "persecución" en su contra, manifestó ser "inocente" de las acusaciones por blanqueo y enriquecimiento ilícito y aseveró que los opositores tendrán que derrotarlo políticamente "en las calles".
Rousseff, en tanto, enfrenta la posible apertura de un juicio en el Legislativo con fines de destitución, una hipótesis que toma cada vez más fuerzas con el surgimiento de nuevos escándalos de corrupción en el Gobierno del PT y con políticos próximos a su círculo.
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