Saudi runner Yousef Ahmed Masrahi is seen here with his country’s flag, following a 2014 race. (File photo: Reuters)
Saudi suspends sprinter Masrahi from running for four years
The 28-year-old athlete tested positive for a banned substance during training in June
The Saudi anti-doping committee has issued a decision on Tuesday suspending spring Yousef Ahmed Masrahi from participating in national and international competitions for four years for doping.
In late July, the Saudi authorities said Masrahi will not compete in the Olympics after failing the drug test.
Masrahi set an Asian 400-meter record at the athletics world championships in Beijing last year.
The 28-year-old athlete tested positive for a banned substance during training in June.
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