Out of the blue, Sinkewitz sinks into the mire. Provisionally, of course.

Oh here's a surprise. It's provisional, it's subject to a hearing, etc. OTOH he's previously been done for testosterone and has admitted EPO use. I don't want to pre-judge anyone but many will simply join the dots. It's tempting.

SBS: Cycling Central : UCI bans Sinkewitz over positive test

"Earlier today, the UCI advised German rider Patrik Sinkewitz that he is provisionally suspended," a UCI statement read.

"The provisional suspension remains in force until a hearing panel convened by the German Cycling Federation determines whether Mr Sinkewitz has committed an anti-doping rule violation."

It is alleged a growth hormone showed up in tests of a blood sample taken from Sinkewitz