U.S. Weightlifting Athlete Anthony McLaughlin Receives Sanction for Anti-Doping Rule Violation
Weightlifter Anthony McLaughlin, 29, has received a four-year suspension for an anti-doping rule violation involving his possession and use or attempted use of multiple prohibited substances.
CAS Arbitrator Denies U.S. Triathlon Athlete Andrew Starykowicz’s Appeal Against Therapeutic Use Exemption Decision
A CAS arbitrator denied the appeal of triathlon athlete Andrew Starykowicz, who challenged USADA’s independent TUE Committee decision to deny his request for a TUE.
Raphael Pessoa Nunes Accepts Sanction for Violation of UFC Anti-Doping Policy
Raphael Pessoa Nunes, of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, has accepted a one-year sanction for a violation of the UFC Anti-Doping Policy.
U.S. Squash Athlete Olivia Fiechter Accepts Public Warning
Olivia Fiechter, of Philadelphia, Pa., an athlete in the sport of squash, has accepted a public warning for failing to obtain a TUE prior to her use of an otherwise prohibited medication.
Jesse Ronson Accepts Sanction for Violation of UFC Anti-Doping Policy
Jesse Ronson, of London, Ontario, Canada, has accepted a 20-month sanction for a violation of the UFC Anti-Doping Policy.
Athlete Advisory: Key Changes to the World Anti-Doping Code
While there are many changes reflected in the 2021 WADA Code, here are some of the key changes that athletes should be aware of below.