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China Risks 1-Year Ban from International Competitions over Doping Scandal

Jan 14, 2017 04:36 AM EST

Recent developments in the sports world could see China be barred from competing in Weightlifting competitions. This is after three of its former gold medalists tested positive for doping after re-tests were done from 2008 Olympics thus leading to them being stripped of their titles.

Khasan Baroev of Russia at the Beijing Olympics

16 Summoned Athletes to Loose Titles over Beijing Doping Scandal

Steve M.C. |

Nov 18, 2016 08:32 PM EST

A number of athletes from the 2008 Beijing Olympics have been sanctioned by the International Olympics Committee (IOC) and stripped off their medals after they failed a doping re-test.

Barrios Losses 2008 Beijing Olympics Silver Medal Over Doping Scandal

Staff Reporter |

Sep 02, 2016 12:34 PM EDT

A failed drug test has forced Cuban discuss player thrower, Yarleys Barrios, be give up her silver medal from the 2008 Beijing Olympics. The International Olympics Committee (IOC) confirmed the decision on Thursday.

Chinese Weightlifter Long Qingquan Reclaims Olympic Title in Rio

Ritz Agranum |

Aug 08, 2016 08:44 AM EDT

China's elite weightlifter Long Qingquan finished an outstanding Olympic gold double when he claimed the men's 56kg event at the ongoing Rio Games on Sunday.

2016 Summer Olympic Games: Chinese Athletes Eager to Shine Once Again in Rio

Ritz Agranum |

Jul 19, 2016 03:46 PM EDT

Olympic-bound Chinese athletes are preparing for success at the upcoming 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil next month after four years of hard work and waiting.