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- ↑ Charles L. Dubin (1990). Commission of Inquiry Into the Use of Drugs and Banned Practices Intended to Increase Athletic Performance (PDF) (Report). Anti-Doping Knowledge Center. p. 276, 307, 318-319, 580-581. Retrieved 27 January 2020.
