Two positive drugs tests recorded by doping chiefs

IRISH anti-doping chiefs have recorded two positive drugs tests since the start of 2008.

A rower and a rugby player were found guilty of violations involving cannabis and asthma medication respectively during the month of February. Both received sanctions.

Mark Mahony of Terenure RFC was found to have terbutaline, a prohibited substance pursuant to the WADA Prohibited Substances List, when tested at a match against UL Bohemians on February 16.