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sports19 days ago•4 min saved

Milano Cortina 2026: Russia Competes as Neutral Athletes Under AIN, ROC Remains Suspended

At Milano Cortina 2026, athletes with Russian or Belarusian passports compete under the Independent Neutral Athletes (AIN) banner rather than for Russia or Belarus as nations; AIN has its own teal flag and lyric-free anthem and includes some Belarusian competitors banned as a nation in Paris 2024. The ROC was suspended by the IOC in 2023 for actions violating the Olympic Charter and Ukraine’s territorial integrity, so Russian competitors participate under AIN instead of ROC; there are two figure skating quota spots for AIN athletes with Russian passports, but they cannot compete in team events.

via cbsnews.com|

#ain #belarus #doping

sports19 days ago•2 min saved

Ski Jumping Rumors of Penile Enhancements Roil Olympic Talk

Rumors reported by Bild claim some male ski jumpers may inject hyaluronic acid to wear larger, more aerodynamic suits, potentially aiding performance ahead of the Winter Olympics; WADA is looking into it, but there is no evidence or specific athletes named, and experts note prior cheating has involved suit manipulation.

via Gizmodo|

#doping #hyaluronic-acid #olympics

sports19 days ago•2 min saved

Penisgate at the Olympics: could penile fillers boost ski-jump lift?

Allegations dubbed 'Penisgate' claim some ski jumpers injected hyaluronic acid into their penises to inflate body measurements used for regulated ski-suit sizing, potentially increasing lift; the World Anti-Doping Agency is reviewing the claims. Medical experts warn such injections carry serious risks, including pain, infection, and possible tissue damage, and the investigation will determine whether athletes tried to game the measurement process.

via The Guardian|

#doping #health-risks #hyaluronic-acid

sports20 days ago•23 min saved

Penis-Gate Returns as 2026 Winter Olympics Loom

German outlet Bild sparked talk of a second 'penis-gate' in ski jumping after claims that some athletes inject hyaluronic acid to enlarge the genital area to wear larger suits for more lift; WADA president Witold Banka and director general Oliver Niggli said the agency would investigate if any evidence emerges, though no athletes have been charged; the controversy follows last year’s bans for suit manipulation and new rules ahead of the 2026 Games.

via New York Post|

#doping #olympics-2026 #ski-jumping

sports20 days ago•4 min saved

WADA to probe bizarre genital-enhancement rumors in ski jumping ahead of Milan-Cortina Olympics

Ahead of the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, reports claim some ski jumpers could be injecting hyaluronic acid into the penis to alter 3D-scan suit measurements and gain longer jumps; WADA says it would investigate if there’s evidence of doping. The piece notes past scandals over suit alterations that led to sanctions, and cites research suggesting small changes in suit size can noticeably affect jump distance (e.g., a 2 cm change could yield about 5.8 meters).

via The New York Times|

#doping #olympics #ski-jumping

sports20 days ago•2 min saved

WADA weighs probe into bizarre 'Penisgate' claims in ski jumping

The World Anti-Doping Agency is reportedly considering whether sensational claims that ski jumpers injected substances to temporarily alter measurement-based suit sizing constitute doping. Sparked by a Bild report and linked to past suspensions over suit adjustments, WADA says it would investigate any method that harms athletes or breaches sport rules, though no solid evidence has been presented yet.

via The Guardian|

#bild #doping #ski-jumping

sports1 month ago•1 min saved

UFC’s Mohammed Usman hit with 30-month ban for testosterone use and deception

Mohammed Usman accepted a 30-month suspension after testing positive for testosterone before UFC Rio 2025 against Valter Walker and for earlier use, plus a banned peptide. He admitted testosterone use and attempted to deceive CSAD with a false explanation; aggravating factors led to an extra six months added to the standard two-year ban, with the sentence ending April 9, 2028.

via MMA Fighting|

#csad #doping #mohammed-usman

sports3 months ago•4 min saved

Victor Conte, BALCO scandal mastermind, dies at 75

Victor Conte, founder of BALCO and a central figure in the steroid scandal involving elite athletes like Barry Bonds and Marion Jones, has died at 75. He was known for supplying undetectable performance-enhancing drugs and served prison time for steroid distribution. Despite his controversial past, he later became an advocate for anti-doping efforts.

via ESPN|

#balco #doping #performance-enhancing-drugs

sports4 months ago•2 min saved

Marathon Record Holder Ruth Chepng'etich Receives 3-Year Doping Ban

Ruth Chepng'etich, the women's marathon world record-holder, received a three-year ban after admitting to doping violations involving the banned diuretic hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ), which she initially claimed was due to medication taken while ill. Her achievements before the positive test still stand, but the case highlights ongoing doping issues in athletics.

via AP News|

#ban #doping #hctz

sports4 months ago•1 min saved

Conor McGregor Receives 18-Month Suspension Under UFC Anti-Doping Policy

Conor McGregor accepted an 18-month suspension for three missed drug tests in 2024 due to whereabouts failures, which he cooperated with and was recovering from injury at the time. The sanction was reduced from 24 to 18 months, ending in March 2026, under the UFC's anti-doping program.

via UFC.com|

#conor-mcgregor #doping #sanction

sports5 months ago•2 min saved

Sprinter Kerley Signs with Enhanced Games

Suspended American sprinter Fred Kerley has committed to the no-testing Enhanced Games, a controversial event promising no drug testing and high monetary rewards, raising concerns from official sports authorities about athlete health and integrity.

via ESPN Singapore|

#doping #enhanced-games #fred-kerley

sports5 months ago•1 min saved

Olympic Sprinter Fred Kerley Joins Controversial Enhanced Games

Suspended American sprinter Fred Kerley has committed to the no-testing Enhanced Games, aiming to push his limits without traditional doping restrictions, despite ongoing legal and suspension issues.

via ESPN|

#doping #enhanced-games #fred-kerley

sports5 months ago•4 min saved

Enhanced Games Attracting Top Athletes Despite Controversy

Olympic swimmer Ben Proud joined the controversial Enhanced Games, which offers significantly higher prize money and allows banned performance-enhancing drugs under medical supervision, sparking criticism from governing bodies and raising concerns about fair play and athlete health.

via BBC|

#ben-proud #doping #enhanced-games

sports5 months ago•4 min saved

Olympic Medallist Ben Proud Joins Controversial Enhanced Games, Sparking Debate

Olympic swimmer Ben Proud has announced his participation in the controversial Enhanced Games, a new event allowing FDA-approved substances for athletes, which has sparked mixed reactions and concerns about the future of clean sport.

via Men's Health|

#athletic-enhancement #ben-proud #doping

sports5 months ago•1 min saved

Lleyton Hewitt suspended for altercation with official

Lleyton Hewitt, Australia's Davis Cup captain and former tennis star, received a two-week ban and a fine of 30,000 AUD for pushing a doping control official after a Davis Cup match in Spain. The tribunal found his actions excessive and upheld the charge, although Hewitt can appeal. The ban affects his participation in tennis activities from September 24 to October 7.

via BBC|

#ban #doping #fine