Published on 20/10/2024 23:12
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Cocaine: Rugby on alert
It is a scourge that worries the world of rugby. Faced with growing cocaine consumption, among pros and amateurs alike, the French federation and clubs are trying to alert but also prevent through different actions. Four Racing 92 players, for example, took an anti-drug test. A first for a Top 14 club.
After several cases linked to drug consumption, the world of oval racing is starting to take matters into its own hands to alert and prevent, both professionals and amateurs.
A first drug test which should call for others. Faced with the scourge of cocaine use in rugby, Racing 92 tested four of its players with the support of independent experts. An initiative which aims to prevent cases linked to drug consumption from increasing in recent years in the world of ovals.
“In our sport, this addiction will be linked to several things: the pressure of results and the training load with a very traumatic sport”explains Olivier Capel, doctor of the French Rugby Federation. “Everyone took this test very calmly and very positively, we have the feeling that the club takes care of us”underlines Henry Chavancy, center of Racing 92. A report broadcast on Sunday October 20, in Stade 2.
