The Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya (ADAK) issued a statement correcting a previous report that implicated 800m runner Noah Kibet in a doping case. ADAK clarified that the athlete suspended is Cherogony Noah Kibet, who competes in longer distances. The confusion arose from a single entry on ADAK’s public list of suspensions.
The error was highlighted by at least one Kenyan sports site, which incorrectly named the 800m runner as the suspended athlete. Noah Kibet’s management company, Elite Sports Marketing & Management, issued a statement on Instagram to clarify the situation. Kibet himself commented on the post, emphasizing his commitment to clean sport. Read more racing coverage.
ADAK has requested the media and public to correct any misinformation and avoid spreading misleading details. The case against Cherogony Noah Kibet involves triamcinolone acetonide, a glucocorticoid steroid, and the agency has not disclosed how it was detected. The provisional suspension does not confirm a final violation. Related: Kenyan Sprinter Mercy Adongo Oketch Suspended for Doping.
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