Indian judoka Tulika Maan, a Commonwealth Games silver medallist, has been withdrawn from the 2026 Glasgow Games due to alleged whereabouts failures. This follows the ineligibility of fellow judoka Arun Kumar after a failed dope test, marking a significant setback for India's judo campaign.
Indian Olympian and Commonwealth Games silver medallist Tulika Maan has been provisionally suspended by NADA for three alleged whereabouts failures within 12 months, ending her Glasgow 2026 participation. She is scheduled to appear before NADA on Thursday, facing a potential two-year ban.
Tour de France anti-doping authorities deny accusations of preferential treatment for French rider Paul Seixas, who hasn't undergone nocturnal testing like other top riders. The ITA states decisions are impartial, while a stage summary notes Jasper Philipsen's win and Adam Yates's illness.
Night-time anti-doping tests on Tour de France leaders Tadej Pogacar and Jonas Vingegaard sparked debate. While some, like Jonathan Vaughters, support these "effective" measures against micro-dosing, the cyclists' union CPA argues they are dangerous and disrupt rider rest. The UCI defends the "exceptional" tests as an "absolute priority" in fighting doping.
A Paris judge authorized night-time doping tests for Tour de France leaders Tadej Pogacar and Jonas Vingegaard, conducted by the ITA. The tests, which occurred before stage 15, drew criticism from riders for disrupting sleep, but were defended by anti-doping advocates as effective against micro-dosing.
Ukraine's National Olympic Committee strongly disagrees with the IOC's provisional lifting of the Russian Olympic Committee's suspension, calling it premature and unjustified amid Russia's ongoing invasion. Russian athletes may compete in the 2028 LA Games if they meet anti-doping requirements.
The IOC has provisionally lifted the suspension of the Russian Olympic Committee, allowing Russian athletes to compete in the 2028 Los Angeles Games if they meet anti-doping requirements. The decision follows an analysis, though Russia's flag and anthem status remain undecided. The IOC condemned the invasion of Ukraine.
Serena Williams, returning to singles tennis after a four-year absence, criticizes the 'gruelling' anti-doping testing process, citing its impact on her personal freedom and busy schedule.
Kenyas Langstreckenläufer Kandie wurde wegen Dopingbetrugs für sieben Jahre gesperrt. Er verweigerte eine Dopingprobe und legte gefälschte Dokumente vor. Der Fall reiht sich in eine Serie von Dopingvergehen kenianischer Athleten ein.
Ajla Tomljanovic has slammed the four-year doping ban given to Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova as a 'disgrace,' accusing tennis anti-doping authorities of targeting players unfairly. Vondrousova was banned for refusing a drug test at her home in December.
Czech tennis player Marketa Vondrousova has been banned for four years by the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) for refusing an out-of-competition anti-doping test at her home in December 2025. The suspension runs until June 21, 2030.
Former Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova has received a four-year ban for refusing an anti-doping test in December 2025. The Czech player cited safety concerns and poor mental health, but an tribunal found no compelling justification for her refusal. Her suspension ends June 21, 2030, and she can appeal.
2023 Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova has been banned from tennis for four years after refusing an out-of-competition anti-doping test at her home on December 3, 2025. An independent tribunal found no compelling justification for her refusal, citing concerns for safety and mental health as claimed by Vondrousova.
Fußballerin Freigang droht eine Sperre von mindestens einem Jahr wegen dreier Formfehler bei Dopingkontrollen. Sie soll Fristen für die Angabe ihres Aufenthaltsortes versäumt haben. Der Fall wird noch geprüft.
Tennis legend Serena Williams is making a surprise return to professional tennis after nearly four years, accepting a wild card for the women's doubles at Queen's Club. The 23-time Grand Slam champion, who last competed at the 2022 US Open, will partner with rising Canadian star Victoria Mboko.
German national footballer Laura Freigang is reportedly being investigated by the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) for potential violations of reporting obligations. The 28-year-old may have missed three doping tests within a year.
The Enhanced Games, set for May 23-25 in Las Vegas, will allow athletes to compete using performance-enhancing drugs banned by WADA. The event, conceived by Aron D'Souzo and backed by Peter Thiel, faces strong opposition from the global sports community, including World Aquatics and the IOC, with participating athletes risking bans.
India's Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has proposed amendments to its anti-doping law, introducing jail terms of 5-10 years and fines up to Rs 5 lakh for supplying, trafficking, or administering banned substances. The move aims to protect clean athletes and target criminal networks, with a public consultation deadline of June 18.
WADA expresses concern that the upcoming Enhanced Games in Las Vegas, which allows banned drug use, could tempt young people into using performance-enhancing drugs. Organizers claim safety under medical supervision, but WADA warns of serious health risks.
South African prop Asenathi Ntlabakanye banned 18 months for DHEA doping, missing 2027 World Cup
RUSADA Director General Veronika Loginova describes relations with WADA as constructive, citing monthly reporting and no quality remarks in 5 years, with samples analyzed in foreign labs due to lack of WADA-accredited labs in Russia.
Former captain, 32, won more than 100 caps for GeorgiaWorld Rugby found evidence of urine sample swapsThe biggest anti-doping investigation in World Rugby’s history has resulted in six of Georgia’s men’s team and a medical official being handed lengthy bans, with their former captain Merab Sharikadze suspended for 11 years. Working alongside the World Anti-Doping Agency, evidence was uncovered of urine swapping and advance warning of drug tests being given to players.No firm proof was uncovered of attempts to mask the use of performance-enhancing substances but World Rugby did find evidence that urine sample substitutions had taken place to conceal non-performance-enhancing substances such as cannabis and tramadol. Continue reading...
Former captain, 32, won more than 100 caps for GeorgiaWorld Rugby found evidence of urine sample swapsThe biggest anti-doping investigation in World Rugby’s history has resulted in six of Georgia’s men’s team and a medical official being handed lengthy bans, with their former captain, Merab Sharikadze, suspended for 11 years. Working alongside the World Anti-Doping Agency, evidence was uncovered of urine swapping and advance warning of upcoming drug tests being given to players.No firm proof was uncovered of attempts to mask the use of performance-enhancing substances but World Rugby did find evidence that urine sample substitutions had taken place to conceal non-performance-enhancing substances such as cannabis and tramadol. Continue reading...
Former Georgia rugby captain Merab Sharikadze and five other players have received lengthy bans for a systematic anti-doping scheme involving sample substitution to hide recreational drug use.
