Athletistic / Figure skating. The Times has revealed some details about the doping case of Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva. According to the publication, the athlete learned about the positive doping test on February 6.

On this day, at the 2022 Olympic Games in Beijing, China, the women’s short program took place as part of the team championship.

Despite reports, the Russian Anti-Doping Agency (RUSADA) has not banned Valieva from performing. The athlete was not suspended.

American figure skater Hubbell reacted to Valieva’s disqualification

At the same time, information about the Russian’s doping was leaked to the media only on February 11. After the end of the team tournament.

Recall that Valieva was disqualified for four years. As a result, the Russian team lost its victory in the championship, falling to 3rd place.


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