Renowned women’s hurdles athlete Tobi Amusan revealed on Wednesday that she has been charged with an alleged anti-doping rule violation.
Why was Tobi Amusan charged with anti-doping violation?
The charges, related to missed tests, have raised concerns about her participation in the upcoming world championships in August 2023.
The Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) has provisionally suspended Amusan and the charges will be heard by the Disciplinary Tribunal before the World Athletics Championships.
Alleged Violation and Suspension
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In an Instagram post, Tobi Amusan announced that she has been charged with an alleged anti-doping rule violation for missing three tests within a 12-month period.
The AIU later confirmed the charges and the provisional suspension of the Nigerian athlete due to “three Whereabouts Failures.”
Tobi Amusan, 26, achieved the current world record for the women’s 100m hurdles, clocking in at an incredible 12.12 seconds during the World Athletics Championships in 2022.
Despite the charges, she remains determined to resolve the matter before the upcoming championships in Budapest. Amusan expressed confidence that her case will be resolved in her favour and that she will be able to compete in August 2023.
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Commitment to Clean Athletics
Emphasising her commitment to clean athletics, Amusan highlighted that she undergoes regular testing by the AIU and was tested shortly after her third “missed test.”
She firmly believes that the charges against her will be resolved in her favour, allowing her to participate in the World Championships.
Awaiting Response from Amusan’s Representatives
As news of the charges broke, AFP reached out to Tobi Amusan’s representatives for comment, but there has been no immediate response from them.
It remains to be seen how they will address the situation and support Amusan throughout the disciplinary process.
Recent Performances and World Record Aspirations
Amusan’s recent performances have showcased her talent and determination.
She set a new meeting record of 12.34 seconds at the Silesia Diamond League competition in Poland and secured third place at the Golden Spike athletics meet in the Czech Republic.
Despite the challenges, she remains focused on her goals and even expressed ambition in breaking the 11-second barrier in the future.
An Opinion on Raising Hurdles
In recent interviews, Tobi Amusan also shared her thoughts on a debate regarding the possibility of raising hurdles to prioritise technique over speed.
While she was confident in achieving extraordinary results, she expressed opposition to such changes, requesting that the hurdles remain unchanged.
