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US Olympians Demand Reform After Chinese Doping Scandal

Michael Phelps and Allison Schmitt criticize WADA's handling of doping cases, urging Congress to ensure fair competition ahead of Paris Games.

  • Phelps and Schmitt testified about systemic issues in WADA's anti-doping measures.
  • 23 Chinese swimmers tested positive for trimetazidine before the Tokyo Olympics.
  • WADA accepted China's contamination explanation, allowing athletes to compete.
  • US lawmakers consider withholding WADA funding pending reforms.
  • Critics argue WADA's inconsistent enforcement undermines Olympic integrity.
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