AIGLE, Switzerland -- The International Cycling Union says it banned British rider Simon Yates for four months for a positive test for a prohibited substance.
The UCI says the ban for a “non-intentional” rules violation runs through July 11, barring Yates from selection for the Tour de France which starts on July 2.
Yates completed the Tour last year - finishing 89th - and was expected to be picked by the Orica-GreenEdge team.
The 23-year-old Yates tested positive for Terbutaline during the Paris-Nice stage race in March.
The Australia-based team said a doctor erred by not formally requesting permission for Yates to use an asthma inhaler as medication.
The UCI says the case was “resolved via an acceptance of consequences” agreement.
