Eleven out of forty-five horses in training at Moulton Paddocks in Newmarket, trained by Mahmood Al Zarooni, have tested positive for anabolic steroids, including the unbeaten 1000 Guineas prospect Certify, who will not now be allowed to run.
The British Horseracing Authority will be holding an inquiry, but Al Zarooni has already admitted liability.
BBC Sport - Godolphin trainer Al Zarooni faces horse doping inquiry
This is going to leave Sheikh Mo with much egg on face. Have to wonder whether the family will attend race meetings this year as it looks like their UK operation could be prevented from racing for some time.
In a separate incident in France, Sheikh Mo's jockey, Frankie Dettori, has also been involved in a drugs scandal.
The British Horseracing Authority will be holding an inquiry, but Al Zarooni has already admitted liability.
BBC Sport - Godolphin trainer Al Zarooni faces horse doping inquiry
This is going to leave Sheikh Mo with much egg on face. Have to wonder whether the family will attend race meetings this year as it looks like their UK operation could be prevented from racing for some time.
In a separate incident in France, Sheikh Mo's jockey, Frankie Dettori, has also been involved in a drugs scandal.