Anti-Doping

WADA Issues Statement On Operation Viribus

3.8 million doping substances and fake medicines were seized worldwide today, July 8th. At least 17 organized criminal groups were found to be involved.

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First Round of Moscow Lab Review Finds 300 Potential New Doping Violations

WADA released the first batch of cases to the different International Federations. A total of 298 athletes have been identified so far.

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Following Positive Test, Gabriel Santos Suspended From ISL DC Trident Squad

“Of course fully we support a zero tolerance policy for doping on our team and in the league,” said Kaitlin Sandeno, general manager of the DC Trident. 

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Brazilian Sprinter Gabriel Santos Tests Positive for Anabolic Steroid

Gabriel Santos was a member of Brazil’s 400 free relays at the 2016 Olympics, 2017 World Championships, and 2018 Pan Pacs.

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Japanese Olympian Junya Koga’s Doping Suspension Reduced To 2 Years

In the latest development regarding Junya Koga’s positive doping test dating back to last year, the 31-year-old has now seen his suspension reduced.

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Italy’s Vergani Receives 3-Month Suspension, But May Yet Compete At Worlds

Italian sprinting ace Andrea Vergani may yet swim at the 2019 World Championships next month, despite having tested positive for banned substance.

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Andrea Vergani Squalificato Per Tre Mesi: La Sanzione Scade il 18 Luglio

Andrea Vergani è stato squalificato per tre mesi dal Tribunale NADO Italia, con decorrenza dal 19 Aprile 2019. Questa da decisione…

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Report: Russia Under Investigation for Another Doping Cover-Up

The Russian Athletics Federation reportedly helped high jumper Danil Lysenko forge documents.

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Filippo Magnini Si Difende E Dice La Sua: “Ho Usato Integratori Legali”

Filippo Magnini aveva annunciato via Instagram che presto avrebbe detto la sua verità sul caso antidoping in una conferenza stampa. Leggi…

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Moscow Lab Has Been Testing Samples Since 2016 Without Full WADA Accreditation

By WADA’s standards, the lab is still “approved,” but not officially “accredited.”

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US Anti-Doping Agency Endorses NSF Certified for Sport Program

In a somewhat surprising move, USADA is recognizing the NSF Certified for Sport program as the best way for athletes to ensure they are taking clean supplements.

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Lithuania Names 8 Swimmers to World Championships Roster; No Meilutyte

The roster will be led by Danas Rapsys, who won the 200 and 400 free at last weekend’s FINA Champions Series.

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Magnini: Sentenza Già Scritta, Dimostrerò Il Torto Che Ho Subito

Ieri pomeriggio è stat emessa la sentenza di appello nel caso che ha coinvolto l’ex capitano della Nazionale Filippo Magnini….

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Filippo Magnini’s 4-Year Ban Upheld, Santucci Acquitted

Retired Italian swimmer Filippo Magnini has lost his appeal, as the National Anti-doping Tribunal has upheld the freestyle ace’s 4-year ban on competitive swimming. 

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WADA Officials Pick Polish Sports Minister as Candidate for New President

Though the official vote will come in November, WADA effectively selected Poland’s Witold Banka as its fourth president Tuesday.

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