British athlete reportedly under investigation in doping case against Eric Lira

A male British athlete is reportedly under investigation by anti-doping authorities. Pic: Johnny Green/PA

A male British athlete is reportedly under investigation by anti-doping authorities after becoming embroiled in the case against American therapist Eric Lira.

The identity of the individual has not been made public but the Athletics Integrity Unit is looking at the matter, according to The Times, which quotes court papers lodged in the Southern District of New York.