Overview

• The World Anti-Doping Agency has formally asked US authorities to explore legal avenues to block the Enhanced Games scheduled for May 2026 in Las Vegas.
• The International Olympic Committee and WADA issued a joint statement condemning the event as irresponsible and warning of serious long-term health risks, including death.
• World Aquatics announced it will impose lifetime bans on any athletes, coaches or officials who participate in the Enhanced Games.
• Organizers led by founder Aron D’Souza insist the medically supervised competition will proceed, backed by investors such as Peter Thiel and a Trump Jr.–linked venture fund.
• The event promises prize money of up to $500,000 per event, $1 million bonuses for world-record performances and plans to sell personalized supplement programs.