“Brought expired kit”: Wrestler Bajrang Punia’s big allegation after doping ban. wrestling news

Following his suspension by the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) on Sunday, wrestler Bajrang Punia opened up on the issue and said that he never refused to give his sample to NADA officials for doping test.

“I would like to clarify on the news that I am being asked to undergo a dope test!!! I never refused to give my sample to NADA officials, I requested them to first answer me as to what they have done. What action did they take on that kit? Take my sample and then do my dope test. My lawyer Vidush Singhania will respond to this letter in time,” Bajrang posted from his X handle.

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– Bajrang Punia (@BajrangPunia) 5 May 2024

Earlier, on Sunday, NADA suspended the wrestler indefinitely, a move that could potentially jeopardize his bid to compete at the Paris Olympics, scheduled to be held later this year .

According to sources, Punia failed to provide his urine sample for the selection trials in Sonipat on March 10, following which NADA issued an order suspending him from participating in any future events.

Punia, who had released a video a few months ago claiming that he had expired dope-collection kits, disregarded the dope control officer’s direction and claimed that NADA officials were yet to address his concerns. not done.

According to the report of the officer collecting the dope, he left, even though he was informed that his refusal would result in a warning for breaking anti-doping rules.

Punia was also asked to submit a written explanation by May 7 for his refusal to submit supporting documents and urine sample.

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