The Daily The Doping Scandal Rocking the Upcoming Olympics
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Jun 27, 2024 
Michael S. Schmidt, an investigative reporter with The New York Times known for his work on the Chinese swimming doping scandal, dives deep into a brewing doping controversy as the Paris Olympics near. He discusses shocking allegations against Chinese swimmers who tested positive yet continued competing, raising grave concerns about fairness in the sport. Schmidt highlights athletes' frustrations with current doping regulations and WADA's handling of the accusations, questioning the integrity of the Olympics and trust in competitive sports.
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Fairness Concerns
- Phelps and Ledecky's testimony highlighted their frustration with potential doping discrepancies.
- They emphasized the invasion of privacy they endured for rigorous drug testing.
Swimmers Testify to Congress
- Michael Phelps and Katie Ledecky testified before Congress, questioning the fairness of Olympic drug testing.
- They detailed their rigorous testing procedures, contrasting them with less stringent protocols for other countries.
Chinese Swimmers' Positive Tests
- In 2021, 23 out of 39 Chinese swimmers tested positive for trimetazidine (TMZ), a banned heart medication.
- The Chinese Swimming Association claimed contamination, but their explanation lacked evidence.