The Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) has temporarily suspended Geoffrey Yegon from participating in any athletics competitions after breaching anti-doping rules.
In a statement on Monday evening, the AIU disclosed that Yegon had been suspended for allegedly using a prohibited substance, Triamcinolone acetonide. "The AIU has provisionally suspended Geoffrey Yegon from Kenya for the presence or use of a prohibited substance, Triamcinolone acetonide," read the statement by the AIU. "Athletes are responsible for knowing what substances and methods are considered banned on the Prohibited List.
Under World Athletics rules, the presence of a prohibited substance in an athlete's sample, or the use of a prohibited substance or method, constitutes a doping offence." Geoffrey Yegon during the Singapore half marathon in December 1, 2024.
Photo Athletics News Triamcinolone acetonide is a drug primarily used to treat various skin conditions.
