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How Makwala stayed out of doping trouble

Lengthy stay: Makwala has had a stellar career PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG
Lengthy stay: Makwala has had a stellar career PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG

In the wake of Nijel Amos’ three-year ban for a doping violation, compatriot and veteran athlete, Isaac Makwala has revealed how he managed to stay out of ‘trouble’.

Another top athlete, retired former world champion, Amantle Montsho was suspended in 2014 for taking a banned violation. Makwala, speaking to Mmegi Sport this week, said it is natural for track stars to be closely monitored by anti-doping officials.

“It is very tough. You might end up doping without even knowing it. As for me, I avoided a lot of things like alcohol or anything sour. Maybe that is how I stayed out of these things,” he said.


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