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March 5, 2026
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Doping scourge: Concerns as more athletes repeat offences

Doping scourge: Concerns as more athletes repeat offences

The most severe sanction is the life ban imposed on Beatrice Toroitich...

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A troubling trend of Kenyan athletes repeating anti-doping violations is raising concerns, even as the nation celebrates its removal from the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) compliance watch list.

  • Beatrice Toroitich has been sanctioned three times, most recently receiving a life ban in November 2023.
  • Prominent marathoners like Rita Jeptoo and Paul Lonyangata are facing fresh suspensions after previous doping offenses.
  • The Athletics Integrity Unit and Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya (ADAK) are actively pursuing these repeat offenders.

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