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WADA Initiates Independent Review of Chinese Swimmers' Doping Case

The World Anti-Doping Agency appoints Swiss prosecutor to lead investigation amid global calls for transparency and overhaul.

  • Swiss prosecutor Eric Cottier to lead WADA's independent review following allegations of bias in handling Chinese swimmers' doping case.
  • Investigation to focus on 23 Chinese swimmers who tested positive for trimetazidine but faced no sanctions due to alleged contamination.
  • Global anti-doping bodies, including USADA and UKAD, demand overhaul of WADA's processes to restore trust ahead of Paris Olympics
  • WADA defends its actions, citing lack of evidence to challenge China's findings and advice against appealing the case.
  • The review, expected to conclude in two months, aims to address international concerns and ensure fair competition at upcoming Paris Olympics.
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