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Doping

The fight against illegal performance-enhancing substances has led the World Anti-Doping Agency, WADA, to develop strict rules. But some criminal athletes and doctors are always looking to remain one step ahead.

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November 28, 2024

Tennis world No. 2 Swiatek gets 1-month doping suspension

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Reports & Analysis

Jannik Sinner kisses the US Open trophy

Jannik Sinner tennis doping ban: What is happening?

Jannik Sinner tennis doping ban: What is happening?

US Open men's champion and world number one Jannik Sinner could be banned from tennis for up to two years.
SportsSeptember 28, 2024
Olympic swimmers, including Zhang Yufei of China, are seen from under the water

Did China cover up a swim team doping scandal?

Did China cover up a swim team doping scandal?

Positive doping samples from almost two dozen Chinese athletes are said to have been swept under the rug.
SportsApril 23, 2024
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Paul Pogba hit with four-year doping ban

Paul Pogba hit with four-year doping ban

The World Cup winner has received a maximum ban from Italy's anti-doping court after testing positive for testosterone.
SportsFebruary 29, 2024
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Simona Halep and the complex world of anti-doping

An anti-doping expert told DW that controls in sport lack the proper research and leave athletes with little defense.
SportsSeptember 19, 2023
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Sport in Germany: Football, Olympics and a doping scandal

Which sports get German fans cheering? Take the Meet the Germans crash course in German sports.
CultureMarch 17, 202206:08 min
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Cannabis in sports: Performing on a high

Things aren't so simple when it comes to cannabis in sports. WADA is set to review its list of banned substances.
SportsSeptember 23, 2021
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Tokyo Olympics: How effective will doping controls be?

Delayed, few fans and a coronavirus spike in Tokyo. Has the past year offered athletes greater opportunities to cheat?
SportsJuly 20, 2021
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