Initially, athletes experimented with various substances to gain a competitive edge. However, as performance-enhancing drugs became more effective, they posed serious health risks and were banned. Despite measures such as drug testing and the establishment of WADA (World Anti-Doping Agency), doping scandals persist, with athletes testing positive for banned substances like Trimetazidine. The recent case involving Chinese swimmers at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics highlights ongoing challenges in maintaining fair play. Calls for investigation and review are made as the Paris Olympic Games approach, emphasizing the importance of combating doping to uphold fairness in sports.
Vocabulary:
• An edge (noun): in the case of competition, it means an advantage.
• To enhance (verb): to improve.
• Performance-enhancing drugs (noun): various medicinal substances that aim to enhance athletes performances.
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