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Zharnel Hughes beaten to 200m gold by athlete under anti-doping investigation

Germany’s Owen Ansah, who denies refusing to undergo a doping test, was charged by Germany’s anti-doping agency and faces a four-year ban

Zharnel Hughes beaten to 200m gold by athlete under anti-doping investigation

German sprinter Owen Ansah won the 200m gold at the Alexander Stadium, beating Europe's Zharnel Hughes. However, Ansah is facing a possible four-year ban due to allegations of not submitting to a doping test last month. Germany's anti-doping agency has alleged a rule violation and is seeking the ban, but Ansah denies the accusations. The outcome of the incident remains uncertain as Ansah contests the ban, while the German agency continues their investigation.

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