It was another major setback for Nigeria as Blessing Okagbare has been provisionally suspended from the ongoing Tokyo Olympic Games.
Okagbare who is one of Nigeria prospect for a medal at the Olympic Games was said to have tested positive for Human Growth Hormone.
According to a letter AfricaTopSports received from WADA, it was a banned substance on the 2021 WADA prohibited List.
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After running an easy smooth race to win her Heat in 11.05s, Okagbare was hoping to be back in her top speed for the semis, where she’s been placed in a stacked field that includes defending Olympic Champion, Elaine Thompson-Herah and British Champion, Dina Asher-Smith.
However, following her suspension, she will no longer participate in any events at the ongoing Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
See WADA Statement On Blessing Okagbare
