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People and Politics # Doping checks in the spotlight # 17.07.2009

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Ema Nevenka JülichJuly 17, 2009

New, strict doping rules came into effect this year. Athletes have to inform authorities where they are and be available for checks every day for a one hour period. The athletes are expected to state their whereabouts three months in advance. Data protection groups and politicians say the rules are unconstitutional. We take a look at how the doping regulations have affected the day-to-day activities of javelin thrower Christina Obergföll.

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