Lizzy Banks Retires After Landmark Doping Case Ruling

UK Anti-Doping found Banks bore 'no fault or negligence' for positive test, but the ordeal has cost her career and mental health.

Lizzy Banks was cleared of any wrongdoing after proving contamination caused her positive doping test.
UK Anti-Doping's ruling marks the first time an athlete was absolved without identifying the contamination source.
Banks spent over £40,000 and faced severe mental health challenges during the 10-month investigation.
Despite her exoneration, Banks announced her retirement, citing the irreparable damage to her career and well-being.
UK Anti-Doping and Wada are reviewing their support measures for athletes undergoing similar proceedings.