How Makwala stayed out of doping trouble
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Lengthy stay: Makwala has had a stellar career PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG
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.
Batswana who marched peacefully for 'Justice for Tshepi' demanded answers. They have now received a detailed account of police investigation and a promise that the file is with the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP). The real test is whether the state now keeps its word without further prodding. In his address, the minister asked the nation to trust the process. He spoke of rigour, not neglect, and pointed to 10 months of...