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Originally Published 4 months ago — by AP News
US sprinter Erriyon Knighton was banned for four years after a positive test for anabolic steroids, despite claims of meat contamination; this bans him from the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics and ends his hopes of competing there.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Yahoo Sports
U.S. sprinter Erriyon Knighton received a four-year doping ban after a positive test for trenbolone metabolites, which he attributed to contaminated meat; this ban will prevent him from competing in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, and he is eligible for reinstatement in July 2029.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Reuters
American sprinter Erriyon Knighton received a four-year ban for an anti-doping rule violation after a court upheld that he tested positive for a banned steroid, despite his claim of meat contamination; his results from March to April 2024 were disqualified, preventing him from competing in upcoming events including the World Championships.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Olympics
Noah Lyles successfully defended his 200m world title at the 2023 World Athletics Championships, adding to his 100m crown. He finished with a time of 19.51 seconds, ahead of teammate Erriyon Knighton who took silver. Letsile Tebogo of Botswana won the bronze medal. Lyles could potentially win a third gold in the 4x100m relay.