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.
Statement from USADA CEO Travis T. Tygart on the Senate Passage of the Rodchenkov Anti-Doping Act
Statement from USADA CEO Travis T. Tygart on the passing of the Rodchenkov Anti-Doping Act.