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Two-Year Ban Sidelines British Bobsledder Arran Gulliver From 2026 Olympics

The sport’s federation will review world championship results for possible medal changes.

Overview

  • Arran Gulliver tested positive for the banned anabolic agent ostarine in March during training for the Lake Placid world championships.
  • He accepted the ITA ruling and is ineligible through March 23, 2027, with all results from March 2, 2025 disqualified, including his 2025 worlds finish.
  • The International Bobsleigh & Skeleton Federation is responsible for any medal reallocations, which could elevate the U.S. four-man team to bronze.
  • The ITA said the violation was not intentional, and the case can be appealed by WADA or UK Anti‑Doping, with the possibility of a longer sanction.
  • The British Bobsleigh & Skeleton Association said it fully supports the decision, while Gulliver stated a contaminated supplement led to the positive test.