Icarus Quotes Flashcards

Grigory Rodchenkov

• Former head of Russia's anti-doping laboratory, involved in state-sponsored doping schemes.
• Stated, "People are celebrating Olympic champions, but we are sitting crazy, replacing their urine," highlighting the absurdity of the doping culture.
• Acknowledged his own victimization by the expectations and ideas within the doping system.
• Expressed remorse, noting, "I am sorry to have created such a problem because of my experience and knowledge."

Byran Fogel

• Documentary filmmaker known for exposing doping in sports.
• Claimed, "Clean sports become an ethical question, but I believe in it," indicating a strong stance on maintaining integrity in athletics.
• Acknowledged the high stakes of honesty in sports by stating, "It appears the consequences for telling the truth are high."

Don Catlin

• Renowned doping expert and founder of the first anti-doping lab in the U.S.
• Asserted, "With certainty you can beat the test, every time," revealing the challenges of effective doping regulations.
• Noted that "the best laboratory will be puzzled with your piss," pointing to advanced methods that allow athletes to evade detection.

Lance Armstrong

• Former professional cyclist and seven-time Tour de France champion, later admitted to doping.
• Remarked, "Extraordinary allegations require extraordinary evidence," emphasizing the burden of proof in doping allegations.

George Orwell

• Influential author whose works often addressed themes of truth and deception.
• Wrote, "During times of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act," suggesting that honesty is a powerful tool against corruption and lies.