IAAF to re-test trio's 2012 samples

Montsho PIC: KENNEDY RAMOKONE
Montsho PIC: KENNEDY RAMOKONE

Botswana will be on the edge as the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) will re-test samples from the London 2012 Olympics, which include that of the country’s first Olympic medallist, Nijel Amos, Isaac Makwala and Amantle Montsho.

The country won its first medal at the London Olympic Games when Amos brought home silver through an 800m triumph. However, there would be anxiety across the athletics world as the IAAF has taken a decision to re-test some 2012 samples.  Montsho and Makwala will also be affected.

Botswana National Olympic Committee (BNOC) chief executive officer, Tuelo Serufho said they have been informed that samples from previous games such as the London 2012 Olympic Games will be subjected to re-testing.

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