In a recent turn of events, the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has expressed dissatisfaction with the handling of the doping case involving Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva. Valieva, who tested positive for a banned heart medication during the 2022 Beijing Winter Games, was the sole individual to receive a four-year ban from the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS).
WADA has raised concerns over the lack of sanctions imposed on Valieva's coaches and entourage, despite the World Anti-Doping Code stipulating that individuals working with underage athletes implicated in doping cases should also be investigated. The responsibility for conducting these investigations lies with national authorities, and as of now, there has been no indication that Valieva's coach, Eteri Tutberidze, and medical support staff will face repercussions in Russia.
