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Banned athlete ‘spills’ beans

Refilwe Murangi. PIC KENNEDY RAMOKONE
Refilwe Murangi. PIC KENNEDY RAMOKONE

Sprinter Refilwe Murangi, who is serving three years for doping, has made explosive claims, accusing the anti-doping office of corrupt practices and decrying the lack of support for athletes from local authorities. She was banned following a positive test earlier this year. The athlete has, however, come out guns blazing in a no-holds-barred interview with MmegiSport.

She accuses the national anti-doping office of manipulating results and taking bribes from athletes.

Murangi said some athletes receive a warning, whilst others are suspended for similar offences.

Editor's Comment
Doping needs our collective action

As such, we are now one step away from the shame of being labelled amongst the world’s worst offenders. This is a national embarrassment that demands an immediate, united response from every corner of our society. Pointing fingers is useless, we must all hold up our hands and play our part in the dealing with this matter.To our government and the Botswana National Sports Commission (BNSC), the call is for the to adopt decisive leadership and...

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