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Albert Korir handed five-year ban for doping

Kenyan marathoner Albert Korir admitted using a banned performance-enhancing drug and has been suspended for five years, the Athletics Integrity Unit said.

Published Mar 30, 2026, 8:31 AM EDT | WFMZZ

Kenya's 2021 New York Marathon champion Albert Korir has been banned for five years after admitting to using a banned performance-enhancing drug. The Athletics Integrity Unit announced the sanction on Monday.

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