Three Iranian athletes banned for doping

TEHRAN – Powerlifter Omid Najafi, Para powerlifter Mohammadamin Zahir and wrestler Amirali Faridi Asadi have been banned for a period of three years following Anti-Doping Rule Violations (ADRVs).

Iran National Anti-Doping Organization (NADO) has confirmed that the athletes have been tested positive for a banned substance.

As a result of their violation, the athletes will be ineligible for competition and other sporting activities for a period of three years from the date of the Provisional Suspension.

Najafi is banned from April 8, 2024 to April 8, 2027. Zahir will be ineligible from April 6, 2024 to April 6, 2027. Faridi Asadi has been also banned from June 2, 2024 to June 2, 2027.