A teenager, who could have possibly ‘spiked’ wrestler Narsingh Yadav’s food supplements during his time at the Sports Authority of India (SAI) Sonepat centre, has been identified, Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh told. The 74-kg wrestler Narsingh tested positive for a banned anabolic steroid – methandienone – and will not go to the Rio Games, starting on August 5.
Narsingh Yadav filed a police complaint against him. “Yes I have identified the person who mixed banned the substance in my food, have filed a police complaint,” said Narsingh Yadav.
The teen has been identified as the brother of an international wrestler in the super-heavyweight category. He allegedly infiltrated Narsingh’s room at SAI and contaminated his food supplements. The SAI centre’s cook and staff have identified the culprit, according to WFI.
“I am ready to face the NADA committee because I am confident that there is foul play. I want the guilty to be caught because I have never failed a dope test,” Narsingh said.
Though the SAI centre is under CCTV coverage, no video footage of the teen entering Narsingh’s room has been found as the place doesn’t have the facility to store more than 10 days video.
“We couldn’t wait much, we sent Praveen Rana’s name as suggested by the Chief coach. On 25th, we were contacted by them and asked to change the name as this was the last chance. Narsingh has alleged a conspiracy, and even I feel the same. Fortunately, United World Wrestling (UWW) gave us time till 25th July.” said WFI President Brij Bhushan Singh today.