WADA to launch independent review into Chinese doping case

The under-fire World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) said on Thursday it would launch an independent review over its handling of a case that allowed 23 Chinese swimmers who tested positive for a banned substance to avoid punishment.

WADA to launch independent review into Chinese doping case
Chinese women's swimmers, wearing white and red zippered tops and pants, pose with their gold medals after setting a world record in the 4x200-metre event at the Tokyo Olympics on July 29, 2021.

The under-fire World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) said on Thursday it would launch an independent review over its handling of a case that allowed 23 Chinese swimmers who tested positive for a banned substance to avoid punishment.