Dear Friends and Supporters,
I'm of course disappointed and in fact angry about the split decision ruling
against me last week.
If any good has come out of this, we have shown that the anti-doping system
is corrupt, inefficient and unfair. The content of this decision
unfortunately highlights this once again. The straightforward and clear
dissent in support of my case contrasts sharply with the scientifically
flawed and illogical majority decision against me - not to mention the
nonsensical ruling regarding when my proposed two-year suspension should
start. I still have hope that the system can, and will be, changed so that
no other athlete has to suffer through this process only to be denied a
clean chance at justice.
I can sleep well at night knowing that I won the 2006 Tour de France fair
and square. I hope that my campaign to clear my name still means something
to all of you who have kindly donated to my legal defense fund. Every single
contribution to the FFF made a real difference. For your constant support
and generosity, I thank you.
At the end of the day, I am proud of what I accomplished in winning the Tour
and I'll always consider myself the rightful winner of the Tour. Whatever
the way ahead, it will be good to be moving forward with my life, and at
this point I will take some time to review my options.
Thank you for all of the support and encouragement,
Floyd