Marathon Star Titus Ekiru Faces 10-Year Ban For Doping Violations

Ekiru, the 6th fastest marathon runner ever, tested positive for triamcinolone acetonide and opioids after wins in 2021.
Ekiru claimed the positive tests resulted from legitimate medical treatment, but the AIU found a pattern of triamcinolone acetonide use among Kenyan athletes.
The AIU provisionally suspended Ekiru in June 2022 and charged him with anti-doping violations that could lead to a decade-long ban.
Ekiru won the Milano Marathon and Abu Dhabi Marathon in 2021 before the AIU reopened an investigation into his doping charges.
In addition to his marathon success, Ekiru won the half marathon title at the 2019 African Games.