In the 1800s,the French cycling team endorsed Mariani's "wine for athletes" that contained

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Mariani's "wine for athletes" contained cocaine, which was believed at the time to enhance performance and reduce fatigue. The French cycling team endorsed the product and it was also used by other athletes, including the famous tennis player Arthur Ashe. However, it eventually became clear that the use of cocaine was dangerous and addictive, and it was banned in sports in the early 20th century.

In the 1800s,the French Cycling Team Endorsed Mariani's "Wine for Athletes