Running Officials Did Not Test Long Shot New York City Marathon Winner Before Race
Sharon Lokedi won Sunday’s marathon in her debut at the distance. Because she was so unknown, she was not subjected to the event’s pre-race drug testing program.
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With Russia Stalling, Agency Appeals Valieva Case to Sports’ Highest Court
The move by the World Anti-Doping Agency to supersede Russian officials comes amid delays and distrust in how the figure skater’s case is being handled.
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The Biggest Marathons Ban Convicted Dopers for Life. Antidoping Officials Cry Foul.
A policy that has come under scrutiny since the organization behind the New York City Marathon learned its incoming chairwoman cannot compete in its races may be illegal. It’s all quite awkward.
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New York Road Runners’ Next Chairman Once Failing a Doping Test
Nnenna Lynch seems like a perfect candidate to lead the organization that puts on the New York City Marathon — except for a failed drug test and Road Runners’ zero-tolerance policy.