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A track athlete was raided by anti-doping officials at the Olympic village days before securing a bronze medal in the 800m event.
Olympic 800m bronze medallist Djamel Sedjati is believed to be still under scrutiny by the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) following a dramatic raid in the Olympic village just days before the final event.
The incident, which unfolded a week ago but garnered minimal media attention at the time, involved French anti-doping officers executing a search linked to an ongoing investigation into alleged doping practices.
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The raid, led by the French Anti-Doping Agency (AFLD), targeted Sedjati’s accommodations and was part of a broader probe that also implicated Algerian athletics coach Amar Benida.
According to the French sports daily L'Equipe, sources close to the investigation have indicated that Benida was the primary focus of the inquiry.
This revelation puts a different light on the events, suggesting that Sedjati may have been collateral in the broader investigation rather than the direct target.
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In the wake of the raid, Sedjati displayed remarkable composure, securing a third-place finish in a fiercely competitive 800m final at the Stade de France.
The race itself was historic, with four of the seven top times on the all-time performance list being recorded, highlighting the extraordinary level of competition.
Emmanuel Wanyonyi of Kenya clinched gold with a time of 1:41.19, becoming the third-fastest performer in history.
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Following his performance, Sedjati addressed the incident at a press conference.
"Nothing (important) happened. These are things that athletes can face. Thank God it was only a small inconvenience. I was quickly able to get back to normal," Sedjati told reporters.
The Paris prosecutor's office and the AFLD have remained silent on the matter offering no comments or insights into the ongoing investigation.
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This lack of official information has fueled speculation and concern within the athletics community.
In response to the controversy, the Algerian Olympic Committee issued a strong statement via Al24News, condemning what they described as "malicious attempts aimed at tarnishing the image of the Algerian runner Djamel Sedjati, victim of unjustified attacks by certain sports media."
This statement reflects the tension and the high stakes involved, particularly in light of Sedjati’s recent performances and his stated ambition to break David Rudisha’s 800m world record.
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Sedjati’s resilience was on full display just weeks prior at the Monaco Diamond League, where he won the race in an impressive 1:41.46, just shy of his personal best set in Paris.
His capabilities and recent form make him a significant figure on the track, and the timing of the raid raises questions about the implications for his career and reputation.
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