BBC Reports: Banned steroid found in Tyson Gay sample

Tyson Gay

MIAMI, FL (Sporting Alert) — It has now been revealed that Tyson Gay’s failed drugs test was for a banned steroid, leaving the future of the former world champion in major doubt. The American confirmed in July that he has tested positive for a banned substance, but the positive findings were not revealed. However, the … Read more

Adidas suspends Tyson Gay sponsorship after positive drug test

MIAMI, FL (Sporting Alert) — American champion Tyson Gay has seen his sponsorship with sportswear manufacturer Adidas suspended after the sprinter failed a drug test. The 2007 IAAF World Championships triple gold medallist revealed on Sunday that he was informed by the US Anti-Doping Agency that he had failed an out-of-competition drug test in May. “We … Read more

Colin Jackson: Powell, Gay fail drug tests “leaves a big void in our sport”

Asafa Powell and Tyson Gay

KINGSTON, Jamaica (Sporting Alert) — The failed drug tests by two of the world’s leading sprinters, Asafa Powell and Tyson Gay, has left a massive void in track and field, former world 110m hurdles record holder Colin Jackson said on Sunday. Jamaican Powell and American Gay, are amongst the top five fastest sprinters over the … Read more