CHINADA Accuses New York Times of Politicizing Doping Issues at Paris Olympics

China's anti-doping agency (CHINADA) has accused the New York Times of politicizing doping issues concerning Chinese athletes at the Paris Olympics. The agency claims that the Times aims to affect athletes' psychology, following a story about Chinese swimmers testing positive for banned substances. USADA and CHINADA are also at odds over transparency in handling doping cases.

China's anti-doping agency (CHINADA) has strongly rebuked the New York Times for allegedly politicizing doping issues affecting Chinese athletes at the upcoming Paris Olympics. The agency asserts that the publication is attempting to destabilize the psychological state of the athletes.

CHINADA's criticisms followed a report from the Times indicating that two Chinese swimmers tested positive for a banned steroid in 2022 but had their provisional suspensions lifted, citing contaminated food as the cause. One of those swimmers is reportedly competing in Paris.

USADA is also involved in the dispute, condemning CHINADA's handling of previous doping cases and accusing them of lacking transparency. In contrast, CHINADA pointed out that doping contamination in meat products is a recognized issue worldwide, echoing defenses used in cases involving athletes from other nations.

(With inputs from agencies.)