Discus champions in drugs test probe

Olympic discus champion Robert Fazekas is being investigated for a possible drugs offence and could be stripped of his gold medal.

Discus champions in drugs test probe
Tue, 24 Aug, 2004 - 18:08

Olympic discus champion Robert Fazekas is being investigated for a possible drugs offence and could be stripped of his gold medal.

The 29-year-old Hungarian won his title last night at the Olympic Stadium with an Olympic record throw of 70.93 metres.

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