Kenya’s marathon champion Peres Jepchirchir provisionally banned by AIU
Summary
Kenya’s marathon champion Peres Jepchirchir has been temporarily banned after testing positive for a banned blood booster called EPO. The test was done before her Sydney Marathon win, and the Athletics Integrity Unit is handling the case.Key Facts
- Peres Jepchirchir tested positive for erythropoietin (EPO), a banned drug that increases red blood cells.
- The positive test came from a sample taken outside competition in Kenya, before her Sydney Marathon victory.
- Jepchirchir has been provisionally suspended while the investigation continues.
- Her agent stated that athletes using performance-enhancing drugs should be disqualified.
- Sydney Marathon organizers expressed disappointment but emphasized the need for due process.
- Jepchirchir is a 33-year-old Olympic champion and has won several major marathons including New York, Boston, London, and Sydney.
- Another Kenyan runner, Ruth Chepngetich, was banned last year for anti-doping rule violations.
- The Athletics Integrity Unit runs testing programs to keep the sport fair and clean.
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