Ethiopian Anti-Doping Authority Flags 89 Percent of Athlete Evidence as Fabricated
The Ethiopian Anti-Doping Authority has revealed that 89 percent of the evidence submitted by athletes in doping-related cases is unreliable or fabricated, according to Director General Mekonnen Yidersal. In a comprehensive interview with The Reporter, Mekonnen stated that the authority is handling approximately 18 doping cases this year, with several remaining under active investigation. He pointed to prominent Ethiopian runner Ruti Aga as a case in point, noting that investigators uncovered a separate offense involving fabricated evidence alongside her initial anti-doping violation. “An offence related to the submission of evidence was found in her case, in addition to the anti-doping violation,” Mekonnen said, adding that international anti-doping bodies cited the Ethiopian authority w…