Narsingh Yadav fails dope test for the second time, sabotage theory under suspicion

Indian wrestler Narshingh Yadav has once again failed in the dope test conducted by NADA on July 5, 2016. Tampering with his food has also been ruled out.

Wrestler Narsingh Yadav failed the second dope test (B Sample), which was taken on July 5th.

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Narsingh Yadav, on his part, claimed innocence, saying that the scandal was a conspiracy against him.



"I believe that there is foul play involved in this entire episode. Someone has sabotaged my food supplements and water intake.

I take pride in the fact that I have competed in every competition, international and domestic, in an honest, fair and transparent manner and I will continue to do so. I am a responsible athlete with an understanding of the country's expectations and hopes on me. I would never dream of betraying that hope," Narsingh asserted in a statement.



Praveen Kumar has been picked by IOC to replace him in 74 kg wrestling category for upcoming Rio Olympics games.