Sergei Shubenkov, world champion in athletics in the 110 m hurdles, commented on the disqualification of Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva for four years, stating that in such cases the athlete is at fault by default.IA News.
Shubenkov also noted that it was possible to obtain a certificate, take statements from everyone, find a doctor, photograph all boxes of medicines, and this was met with an adequate response from the prosecutor.
On January 29, the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) suspended Valieva for four years for violating anti-doping rules due to the presence of a banned substance in her blood. The penalty period begins in December 2021.
As part of the Russian national team at the 2022 Olympic Games, Valieva took first place in the team tournament and fourth in the individual championship. After his disqualification, the International Skating Union (ISU) awarded the Russians third place, without depriving Russia of the overall medals. Gold went to the US team and silver went to the Japanese team.
Formerly in the State Duma statedThat Valieva will not be given a quiet life because of doping.