The Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman Rest Day | Joyline Chepgneno's Suspension & Francesco Puppi's Golden Ticket
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Sep 11, 2025 This week, the podcast dives into the recent suspension of Joyline Chepgneno for doping, discussing its impact on the trail running community and the responsibilities of athletes and coaches. The conversation contrasts her case with others, highlighting systemic issues in sports and the inequalities faced by athletes. On a brighter note, Francesco Puppi celebrates securing a coveted golden ticket for an upcoming race, showcasing the high stakes and excitement in trail running. Prepare for an engaging mix of controversy and triumph!
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Admission, Ban, And Wider Impact
- Joylene Chepneno admitted to receiving a triamcinolone injection and accepted a two-year ban after Sierra Zenal.
- The result reshapes podiums and highlights gaps in education and governance in trail running.
Handle Corticosteroid Injections Carefully
- Triamcinolone is a potent corticosteroid often used topically but here given as an injection, which triggers strict TUE rules.
- Athletes must secure a TUE or respect washout windows for injections to avoid in-competition positives.
Get A TUE And Educate Teams
- Use retroactive TUEs only when treatments meet medical necessity and administration rules, and apply promptly.
- Coaches, medical staff, and event teams must educate athletes about TUE processes and clinical settings for injections.