The Times of India

Teenage shuttler first athlete suspended after positive dope test at Asian Games 2026

Teenage badminton sensation Pitchamon Opatniputh from Thailand is facing a provisional suspension in light of testing positive for furosemide, a banned diuretic. This incident marks the first provisional suspension related to the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Games, sidestepping the athletes chance to compete or even train. The next steps will unfold to reveal the final decision regarding this anti-doping matter.