Kenyan Athlete Emmaculate Anyango Suspended for Six Years After Testing Positive for EPO, Second Fastest Over 10km

Nov 22, 2024, 11:38 PM

Emmaculate Anyango, a 24-year-old Kenyan athlete recognized as the world's second fastest woman over 10 kilometers, has received a six-year ban for doping violations. The Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) announced the suspension after Anyango tested positive for erythropoietin (EPO) and testosterone. This decision marks a significant action against doping in athletics, particularly given Anyango's prominence in the sport and her involvement in a controversial 2012 women’s 1,500m Olympic final, where several athletes have faced similar sanctions. The implications of this ban extend beyond Anyango, affecting the integrity of competitive athletics and the experiences of clean athletes who have competed against dopers.