Overview

• Independent panels upheld nine misconduct findings, seven classed as serious, concluding Young prioritised performance over athlete welfare and used coercive behaviour.
• The sanction is backdated to April 2023, and Young may apply for a licence from April 2026 only after completing training on welfare, medical collaboration, injury management and bullying/harassment.
• Documented incidents included pressuring an athlete to race against physiotherapist advice, requiring training through pain later diagnosed as a stress fracture, and abandoning an athlete at the roadside after a dispute.
• The appeal cut the length of the ban but rejected claims of bias, legal error and unfairness, confirming the misconduct findings in full.
• Laura Muir waived anonymity to confirm her involvement and support the rulings, as UK Athletics pledged further culture change and highlighted a new coaching group focused on welfare-centred practice.