CWG 2018 : Indian boxers could be under scanner after CGF begins probe on syringe controversy

04/02/2018

The Indian Commonwealth Games boxing contingent could be in trouble as there is speculation that they possessed syringes which is in violation of the event's ‘no needle policy’. The CGF CEO has revealed that they have started their probe but did not specify the country they are investigating.

There’s a big build-up to the Commonwealth Games this year but it has taken a hit as Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) has initiated an investigation to find out the nation that has violated the 'no needle policy', which prohibits the administration of injections without strong medical support. Confirming that the probe has started, CGF CEO David Grevemberg didn’t disclose any specific country that is under the radar.

“That CGA has now been summoned to engage in a meeting with our medical commission later today (Monday 2 April). If there is more information by this afternoon I will come here (Main Press Centre) and report that information to you (the media) after those proceedings,” David Grevemberg was quoted saying by TOI.

There is a speculation that Indian boxers possessed syringes and hence could be under the scanner. However, the Indian contingent has insisted that they have not done anything wrong and the syringes found could belong to other teams as well. The CGF CEO also confirmed that the investigation will be transparent and nothing will be covered.

“The report (of the medical commission) will include the testimony of the concerned CGA and that will be put forward to our federation court for further deliberation to determine the appropriate sanction. There will be transparency and nothing will be covered up”

The Commonwealth Games will commence on April 5 and will go on till April 15.