November 03, 2024

Kenyan Athlete Emmaculate Anyango suspended Amid Doping Allegations

Kenyan Athlete Emmaculate Anyango suspended Amid Doping Allegations

As a result of this suspension, Anyango is temporarily barred from participating in any competitions until the final decision is reached following a hearing conducted under the World Athletics rules

The Athletics Integrity Unit has announced the provisional suspension of Kenyan athlete Emmaculate Anyango Achol. A former African U20 silver medallist who specializes in the 10Km, 5Km and 15 km races, Anyango was suspended after the presence of testosterone and EPO was detected in her body.

As a result of this suspension, Anyango is temporarily barred from participating in any competitions until the final decision is reached following a hearing conducted under the World Athletics Anti – Doping Rules and Integrity Code of Conduct.

 

Other Kenyan athletes currently provisionally suspended and awaiting final verdict include Esther Gitahi, Nancy Jelagat, Rodgers Gesabwa and Jacklyne Wambui, all of whom were suspended this year.