Overview
- Head coach Peter Schlickenrieder said the team now expects Carl to miss the upcoming Olympics despite no suggestion of doping intent.
- Victoria Carl returned a positive test for clenbuterol at the end of March following a doping control.
- The German Ski Association says the medication was prescribed and administered by a Bundeswehr unit doctor.
- Under anti-doping strict liability rules, unintentional or negligent ingestion can still result in a suspension.
- The team is maintaining support for Carl and has discussed refocusing on a long-term target of the 2030 Olympics, noting her 2022 Olympic gold and last season’s World Cup runner-up finish.