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Originally Published 2 months ago — by BBC
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.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by AP News
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.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by CNN
Women’s marathon world record-holder Ruth Chepngetich has been provisionally suspended after testing positive for the banned substance Hydrochlorothiazide, a diuretic, during a doping test. The AIU announced her suspension and investigation, with Chepngetich having the right to a hearing. She previously set a record at the Chicago Marathon and is a three-time winner of the event.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Citius Mag
Marathon world record holder Ruth Chepngetich has been provisionally suspended after testing positive for the diuretic hydrochlorothiazide, which can mask banned substances. She voluntarily suspended herself during the investigation and faces potential a two-year ban. Chepngetich, who set the women's marathon record in 2022, has a history of doping allegations and is under ongoing investigation by the Athletics Integrity Unit.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by ESPN
Kenyan marathon record holder Ruth Chepngetich has been provisionally suspended after testing positive for a banned diuretic and masking agent, with investigations ongoing by the Athletics Integrity Unit.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NBC Chicago
Sifan Hassan made her U.S. marathon debut in the 2023 Bank of America Chicago Marathon, setting an unofficial course record and beating two-time defending champion Ruth Chepngetich. Despite stopping twice to stretch during her marathon debut in London last year, Hassan won with a national record. In Chicago, she finished with an unofficial time of 2:13:44, surpassing the previous course record of 2:14:04.