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CAS clears Amusan to run in 2024 Paris Olympics

Nigeria’s 100m hurdles world record holder, Tobi Amusan has been cleared to run in the 2024 Paris Olympics Games.

Nigeria’s 100m hurdles world record holder, Tobi Amusan has been cleared to run in the 2024 Paris Olympics Games

The Court Arbitration of Sports (CAS) dismissed the appeals filed by World Athletics (WA) and by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) against the decision to clear her of a doping offence.

In July 2023, Amusan was charged by WA for committing an Anti-Doping Rule Violation (ADRV), under Rule 2.4 WA ADR following three alleged whereabouts failures within a 12-month period.

Meanwhile, Amusan challenged the decision, and the World Athletics Disciplinary Tribunal (WADT) in August 2023, considered that Amusan did not violate Rule 2.4 of the WA Anti-Doping Rules (WA ADR) and that no period of ineligibility should be . imposed on the Athlete.

CAS in a statement on Friday, however upheld the decision of WADT.

“In their respective appeal to CAS, WA and WADA had sought the imposition of a two-year period of ineligibility.
“The CAS Panel held a hearing on Jan. 19. Having deliberated, the CAS Panel has issued its decision today dismissing both appeals.

“The CAS Panel unanimously acknowledged that the Athlete committed two filing failures but did not confirm the existence of a missed test, alleged by WA and WADA which would have been the third whereabouts failure committed within a 12-month period.
“Accordingly, the CAS Panel concluded that the Athlete did not commit an ADRV and that the Challenged Decision should be confirmed,” CAS noted.
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Ruud van Nistelrooy quits Manchester United

Manchester United have confirmed the departure of Ruud van Nistelrooy

Van Nistelrooy was appointed on an interim basis after Erik ten Hag was sacked by the Premier League.

The Red Devils released a statement on Monday, following the arrival of new head coach Ruben Amorim in the UK on Monday.

It read: “Manchester United can confirm that Ruud van Nistelrooy has left the club. Ruud rejoined in the summer and has taken charge of the team for the past four matches as interim head coach.

“Ruud is, and always will be, a Manchester United legend.

“We are grateful for his contribution and the way in which he has approached his role throughout his time with the club. He will always be very welcome at Old Trafford.”

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Ex-Chelsea player, Dempsey is dead

Former Chelsea player, John Dempsey is dead.

The Blues disclosed this in a post via their official X account on Wednesday.

“It is with tremendous sadness that Chelsea Football Club announces the passing of our former FA Cup and European Cup Winners’ Cup winner John Dempsey,” Chelsea said.

“We are sending our heartfelt condolences to all of John’s family and friends at this difficult time.”

Dempsey, who was born on the 15 of March, 1946, played as a defender during his professional football career.

The Englishman also played for the likes of Fulham, Phihladelphia Fury and Dundalk.

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Man Utd confirm Ruben Amorim as new manager

Manchester United have officially announced Ruben Amorim as their new manager.

In a club statement on Friday, the Red Devils confirmed that Amorim will remain with Sporting Lisbon until November 11.

This means the 39-year-old’s first game in charge will be a Premier League trip to Ipswich Town.

Amorim has agreed a contract until June 2027, with the option of a further year.

United have paid Sporting an extra €1m (£840,000) in addition to his €10m (£8.4m) exit clause for an early release from his 30-day notice period.

He will replace Erik ten Hag, who was sacked on Monday, while Ruud van Nistelrooy will continue in an interim role until Amorim joins.

United’s next game is a league fixture at home against Chelsea on Sunday

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