'You’re risking your health': Daniel Wiffen hits out as Irish swimmers sign up for drug-boosted event

Olympic champion Daniel Wiffen said the lack of funding for rising Irish swimming stars like John Shortt and Evan Bailey is "ridiculous"

Swim Ireland launched its groundbreaking Swimming Pool Gap Analysis report on Tuesday revealing critical deficiencies in Ireland's swimming infrastructure. The report makes an urgent call for investment to ensure 'A Pool Within Reach' for every Irish person. Pic: ©INPHO/James Crombie

Olympic champion Daniel Wiffen does not understand why swimmers would risk their health to compete at the Enhanced Games. It was confirmed on Monday that Max McCusker was the second Irish swimmer to sign up for the controversial competition, joining Shane Ryan. 

McCusker, the Irish 100m butterfly record holder, was part of the 4x100m medley relay team at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. The Enhanced Games, which will be held in Las Vegas in May, will allow athletes to use performance-enhancing drugs.