Archive · 18 Aug 2025
Indian Triple Jumper Suspended for Doping, WADA Data Cited
An Indian triple jumper was caught using a banned substance and has been suspended.
This athlete, who is in her 30s, represented India in the 2023 Asian Games.
The details of what she took are not yet public.
This is part of a larger issue where Indian athletes frequently test positive for banned substances.
India's rate of positive tests is higher than other countries like China and the USA.
In one example, a discus thrower received a 3 year ban after testing positive.
WADA numbers show athletics has the highest number of positive cases in India.
An Indian triple jumper was suspended by NADA after testing positive for a banned substance.
The athlete, in her 30s, competed in the 2023 Hangzhou Asian Games.
Her identity and the specific banned substance are currently undisclosed.
The athlete's case adds to the recurring doping issues among Indian athletes.
India's positivity rate for banned substances is 3.8%, higher than several other nations.
- Who
- A female triple jumper, who has represented India internationally, has been suspended.
- What
- An Indian triple jumper tested positive for a prohibited substance and was suspended.
- When
- The recent test adds to the ongoing issues, with a similar case involving a discus thrower in February.
- Where
- The athlete represented India internationally and at the Hangzhou Asian Games.
- Why
- The athlete tested positive for a banned substance, violating anti-doping rules.
- Athlete
- Triple jumper
- Age
- In her 30s
- Competition
- Hangzhou Asian Games 2023
- Agency
- NADA (National Anti-Doping Agency)
- Positivity Rate
- 3.8%