U.S. Sprinter's Doping Case Heads to Court of Arbitration for Sport

The doping case involving U.S. sprinter Erriyon Knighton, who claims he ate contaminated meat, is being appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport. The Athletics Integrity Unit is challenging the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency's 'no-fault' finding. Knighton tested positive for Trenbolone, often found in livestock.

In a significant development, the doping case involving U.S. sprinter Erriyon Knighton is being appealed and is set to be reviewed by the Court of Arbitration for Sport. Knighton has claimed the positive test was due to eating contaminated meat.

The Athletics Integrity Unit, responsible for global anti-doping measures in track and field, announced that it is appealing the 'no-fault' decision issued by the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency just before this summer's Olympic trials. The appeal follows Knighton's positive test for the banned substance Trenbolone, commonly found in livestock and often linked to contamination cases.

Despite being cleared by USADA, Knighton, who attributed the positive test to oxtail meat from a Florida bakery, faced scrutiny. An independent arbitration panel also found the meat source credible. Following the decision, Knighton competed at the Olympic trials but did not make the relay team. The Athletics Integrity Unit, however, has not disclosed specific reasons for its appeal.

(With inputs from agencies.)