Check out the 17 athletes sanctioned by the AIU dominated by Kenyan and Indian stars

The Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) has released the list of sanctioned athletes for doping offenses in April, which is dominated by Kenyan and Indian athletes.

The list consists of 17 athletes, comprising three Indians, six Kenyans, three Russians, and one each from the rest countries.

Here is the full list below

Following the high number recorded in Kenya, the AIU on Wednesday, May 1, announced strict measures that will look to ensure fair competition and uphold the integrity of the sport ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.

For Category ‘A’ federations, Kenya being included, the AIU mandates that all athletes aspiring to compete at the Olympics undergo a minimum of three out-of-competition tests. It was further noted that athletes must complete their first out-of-competition test at least 12 weeks before the opening ceremony of the Olympics on July 26.

This establishes a critical deadline of May 3, 2024, which athletes must meet to maintain their eligibility for Olympic participation. Failure to adhere to this deadline will result in disqualification from the Games.

Moreover, athletes must undergo all three out-of-competition tests by July 4, 2024, with each test scheduled three weeks apart. 

These tests, conducted with no prior notice, will be administered by the Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya (ADAK) and documented in the Anti-Doping Administration Management System (ADAMS).