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Russia’s doping scandal reached a peak during the Winter Olympics in South Korea. The International Olympic Committee’s (IOC) unprecedented ban forced Russian athletes to compete under the “Olympic Athletes from Russia” banner, with neither their anthem nor flag allowed.
Doping, the use of banned substances to enhance performance, has plagued Russia’s sporting history. Since 2015, over 150 Russian athletes have been caught using performance-enhancing substances, leading to a strained relationship with the Games. This systematic doping led to investigations and severe repercussions, highlighting the ongoing battle against cheating in sports. Russia’s situation is a stark reminder of the lengths some will go to for Olympic glory.
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