Allegations of mechanical doping have been flung around for a while now [0], this is the first confirmed case of a pro cyclist using a small electronic motor hidden inside the bike's frame to assist in pedaling.
Cycling's governing body – the UCI – has an app that reportedly scans frames for electronic motors [1].
Allegations of mechanical doping have been flung around for a while now [0], this is the first confirmed case of a pro cyclist using a small electronic motor hidden inside the bike's frame to assist in pedaling.
Cycling's governing body – the UCI – has an app that reportedly scans frames for electronic motors [1].
[0]: https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/early-lead/wp/2015/07/23...
[1]: http://www.demorgen.be/sport/uci-onderzoekt-verdachte-wk-fie...