LONDON (AP) — The World Anti-Doping Agency has recommended an increase in EPO tests among higher-risk sports at future Winter Olympics.
WADA experts who monitored drug testing at the Vancouver Games in February said the IOC should cut back on tests in curling and expand EPO checks in endurance events such as biathlon and long-track speedskating.
EPO is a blood-boosting drug that is considered the doping substance of choice in endurance sports.
WADA said all samples in high-risk sports — both in-competition and out-of-competition — should be tested for EPO.