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Kenyan marathon record-holder Ruth Chepngetich has been banned for three years after admitting to doping violations involving the banned diuretic HCTZ, with ongoing investigations into potential intentional doping based on evidence from her phone. Her achievements prior to the positive test remain valid, but her results since March 14 have been forfeited.
Conor McGregor received an 18-month suspension from the UFC for three missed drug tests in 2024, related to whereabouts failures, which will end on March 20, 2026, just before a potential return fight.
Olympic champion Katie Ledecky has expressed that faith in the anti-doping system is at an "all-time low" following the handling of a doping case involving Chinese swimmers. Ledecky, who is preparing for her fourth Olympics in Paris, is concerned about competing on an uneven playing field. Reports revealed that 23 Chinese swimmers tested positive for a performance-enhancing drug before the Tokyo Olympics, but were not penalized due to contamination claims accepted by the World Anti-Doping Agency. Ledecky calls for accountability and transparency to restore confidence in the system.
Khalil Rountree has accepted a 2-month sanction for violating the UFC Anti-Doping Policy after self-reporting the mistaken use of a dietary supplement containing DHEA. The CSAD reduced the sanction due to Rountree's prompt and truthful cooperation, with the ineligibility period starting on May 4, 2024. The Nevada Athletic Commission will separately determine any additional sanctions.
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones denies assaulting and threatening the life of a testing agent during a sample collection at his residence, providing a video showing the agents leaving without incident. The agent, Crystal Martinez, filed a police report alleging Jones temporarily took her phone and made threats, but Jones claims the encounter ended amicably despite his frustration with the situation. Jones, known for legal issues outside of competition, including DUIs and a hit-and-run felony, does not currently have a scheduled fight.
The Australian rules football governing body is under scrutiny for allowing players to undergo illicit drug screenings to avoid detection in game-related doping tests, with allegations of players faking injuries to skip games and tests. The AFL chief executive defended the practice, emphasizing player welfare and medical confidentiality, while stating that the testing results were not shared with anti-doping authorities. The league's illicit drugs policy, including a "three-strikes" approach, is under review with input from player unions.
Paul Pogba, the French footballer, faces a potential end to his career after receiving a four-year ban for an adverse analytical finding in an anti-doping control sample, testing positive for DHEA. Pogba, who denies knowingly taking banned substances, plans to appeal the decision to the Court of Arbitration for Sport. If the ban is upheld, it could lead to the termination of his contract with Juventus, impacting his future in football.
Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba has been suspended from football for four years after a failed anti-doping test, subject to a possible appeal. The test detected testosterone not produced by the body, leading to his provisional suspension in September. Anti-doping rules aim to prevent unfair advantages and protect players' health, with strict responsibilities for athletes to avoid prohibited substances. Similar incidents have occurred in football, such as Andre Onana's accidental ingestion of Furosemide and Jose Palomino's positive test due to accidental contamination.
Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva has been banned for four years by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) after being found guilty of an anti-doping rule violation from her positive test ahead of the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing. The ban is backdated to December 25, 2021, and includes the disqualification of all competitive results achieved by Valieva since the positive test. The decision has been welcomed by anti-doping bodies worldwide, and the International Skating Union (ISU) is responsible for handling the technical processes needed to reallocate the medals. The ongoing uncertainty of the case means that skaters from the US, Japan, and Canada are still waiting to see if their medals will be reallocated.
Dana White, CEO of the UFC, criticized USADA CEO Travis Tygart for his handling of their split with the UFC and accused him of going "full Britney Spears" and "losing his mind." White expressed his disappointment with the allegations made by Tygart and stated that USADA hurt their own reputation with the way they ended their partnership. The UFC will now partner with Drug Free Sport International for their athlete anti-doping program starting in 2024.
The United States Anti-Doping Agency (Usada) has announced that it will end its partnership with the UFC in January due to an "untenable" situation surrounding Conor McGregor. Usada expressed discomfort with the McGregor saga and the UFC's suggestion of granting him an exemption for an earlier return. McGregor re-entered Usada's testing pool this week, but the agency stated that it cannot ensure he serves the full six-month requirement because of the partnership termination. Usada emphasized its commitment to clean and fair competition, prioritizing fighters' long-term health and safety over short-term profits.
The UFC has announced that it will be ending its partnership with the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) in 2024 and will be partnering with Drug Free Sport International (DFSI) instead. UFC executives criticized USADA's treatment of Conor McGregor and accused the organization of imposing its will on the UFC. The UFC's new anti-doping program will be overseen by George Piro, a former FBI special agent who led the Saddam Hussein Interrogation Team in 2004. UFC officials demanded that USADA rescind its statement, but USADA stood by its credibility.
The U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) has announced its split from the UFC starting January 1, 2024, following a disagreement over the handling of Conor McGregor's drug testing. USADA wanted McGregor to spend at least six months in the drug-testing pool before competing again, but the UFC suggested he could fight sooner. USADA's CEO, Travis Tygart, cited concerns for fighters' health and safety as the reason for the split, emphasizing the importance of a fair playing field. The UFC had hired USADA to run its anti-doping program in 2015.
Paul Pogba's failed anti-doping test has been confirmed after further tests, revealing the presence of testosterone not produced by the body. The Juventus midfielder now faces an investigation by the anti-doping prosecutor's office, where he will be questioned and can present a defense. Pogba could potentially enter a plea bargain to reduce his prospective sentence by up to 50%. If found guilty, he could face a ban of two to four years, subject to appeal. Juventus has the option to suspend his pay and terminate his contract if he is banned. Similar incidents involving other players have occurred in the past, with varying outcomes.
Tobi Amusan, the world champion and world record holder in the 100m hurdles, has been cleared to race at the track world championships after a case of missing drug tests. The Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) found that Amusan did not commit an anti-doping rule violation, and her provisional suspension has been lifted. Amusan, a 26-year-old from Nigeria, had been provisionally suspended last month while authorities investigated a charge that she missed three drug tests. She is now looking forward to defending her title at the upcoming world championships.