After a rigorous investigation by the UK Anti-Doping panel, Victoria Ohuruogu has been cleared of any wrongdoing, paving her way to focus on the Paris 2024 Olympics and have her UK Sport funding reinstated.
British sprinter Victoria Ohuruogu has successfully been cleared by the UK Anti-Doping panel of an anti-doping rule violation concerning her association with banned athlete Antonio Infantino, her boyfriend. This decision comes after an investigation into Ohuruogu’s training alongside Infantino, who is currently serving a three-year doping suspension. The clearance allows Ohuruogu to proceed with her preparations for the Paris 2024 Olympics and to have her UK Sport funding reinstated.
Expressing her relief over the panel’s decision, Ohuruogu emphasized her commitment to anti-doping regulations and her eagerness to advance in her athletic career. She highlighted the significant personal and professional challenges faced during the investigation period, including the impact on her relationships and training regime. The investigation had notably prevented her participation in key events, such as the individual 400m final at the 2023 World Championships in Budapest.
Ohuruogu, whose accolades include a bronze medal at the 2022 World Championships, World Indoor and European relay bronze medals, and a silver medal in the 400m at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, is now focusing on her future competitions. The resolution of this case allows her to turn her attention fully towards training and her ambition to contribute to the success of the GB team in upcoming events.
UK Anti-Doping has acknowledged the closure of this case, noting that the outcome was disclosed at Ohuruogu’s request in order to clarify her situation and sporting eligibility. This decision represents a pivotal moment for Ohuruogu, enabling her to leave behind the challenges of the past 16 months and to concentrate fully on achieving her Olympic goals.
