Two Chinese swimmers have tested positive for banned substances, yet they have been allowed to continue competing. The New York Times reported that both athletes, Sun Yang and Wang Lizhuo, tested positive for banned substances in 2014 and 2019 respectively. Despite the positive test results, they were not penalized and continued to represent China in swimming competitions.
Sun Yang, a multiple Olympic champion, tested positive for a banned stimulant in 2014. The test results were kept secret for over a year before being revealed to the public. However, Sun was allowed to continue competing and went on to win more titles in the following years.
Similarly, Wang Lizhuo tested positive for a banned substance in 2019. Despite the positive test result, he was not suspended or penalized in any way. Instead, he continued to compete in international swimming events.
These incidents raise questions about the effectiveness of anti-doping measures in Chinese sports. The lack of transparency and accountability in handling cases of doping has led to criticism from the international community.
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has called for a thorough investigation into the matter and has urged China to take action against the athletes involved. WADA has also expressed concern about the lack of consequences for doping violations in Chinese sports.
The continued participation of these swimmers in competitions despite testing positive for banned substances raises concerns about the integrity of the sport. It also highlights the need for stricter enforcement of anti-doping regulations in China and around the world.
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