“I received the decision from the Italian National Anti-Doping Agency today and firmly believe it is wrong.
I am deeply saddened, shocked, and devastated that the work I have put into my entire professional career seems to be taken away.
While legal restrictions prevent me from disclosing the full story at this time, I want to be absolutely clear that I have never knowingly or intentionally taken any supplements that violate anti-doping regulations.
As a professional athlete, I would never resort to using banned substances to gain an unfair advantage.
I respect the sport, my fellow athletes, and the fans of every team I have played for and competed against.
Following this decision, I will be appealing to the Court of Arbitration for Sport.”