Former Welsh rugby star Rhys Webb faces a potential career-ending ban after testing positive for a growth hormone, according to French newspaper L’Equipe. The 34-year-old, who played for Wales and the British and Irish Lions, could be banned for up to four years if found guilty in a hearing on Monday. The positive result stems from an unannounced screening conducted by the French Anti-Doping Agency in July. This incident marks the first time since 2016 that an athlete has tested positive for growth hormone usage in France, thanks to a recent scientific breakthrough that enables longer detection windows. Webb, who recently joined French second-division club Biarritz, has been temporarily suspended and intends to contest the result. Another high-profile player, South African Elton Jantjies, also faced doping allegations after testing positive for Clenbuterol. Jantjies, who plays for second-division team Pau, was released from the Springbok squad before the World Cup group was announced.
Former Wales Rugby Star Rhys Webb Tests Positive for Growth Hormone, Facing Career-Ending Ban, France
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