athlete
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However, the US Anti-Doping Agency's Tygart told the BBC as long as an athlete passes doping tests to qualify for the Olympics, there's nothing to stop them from taking part.
From BBC • May 23, 2026
When can an athlete be considered truly great?
From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026
Antonsen admitted he got a "little bit lucky" with Shi pulling out, calling the Chinese athlete "a very difficult opponent".
From Barron's • May 17, 2026
In Viv Chen’s interview with Tory Burch, the designer compares her workdays to being “like an athlete where it’s about discipline and grit and endurance.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026
“Yes, we’re excited to have an athlete step up for the cause,” Noah said.
From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan
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