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Victoria Carl Ruled Out of 2026 Olympics Under Provisional Doping Ban

A provisional suspension leaves her out of the season pending a ruling in the anti-doping case.

Overview

  • The German Ski Association said participation in the 2025/26 season and the MilanCortina Games is excluded under the current procedural status.
  • Carl returned a positive test for clenbuterol during a March control outside the World Cup, reported in connection with the Military World Championships in Andermatt.
  • No decision has yet been issued by Germany’s anti-doping agency, leaving the length and start date of any sanction unresolved.
  • The 2022 Olympic champion disputes intentional doping and says the substance came from a cough syrup prescribed by a Bundeswehr physician.
  • According to the federation, the treating doctor confirmed the prescription and accepted responsibility, while Carl remains provisionally barred from training and competition.