US Olympic Sprinter Fred Kerley Provisionally Suspended for Whereabouts Failures

Fred Kerley, the American sprinter and two-time Olympic 100m medallist, has been provisionally suspended by the Athletics Integrity Unit due to whereabouts failures, involving three missed drug tests within 12 months. This suspension comes amid a difficult year for Kerley, who also withdrew from the recent U.S. track and field trials and has faced legal troubles earlier in 2025, including assault charges. Despite these setbacks, Kerley has publicly stated his intent to contest the allegations, with his attorney arguing that the doping control process was not handled reasonably. Kerley’s recent performances include a bronze medal in the 100m at the Paris 2024 Games and a world championship title in 2022, highlighting the significance of the suspension for his career. The Athletics Integrity Unit's action raises uncertainty about the future of the decorated sprinter, who thanked fans for their support amid these challenges. Kerley’s personal best of 9.76 seconds and his status as a top competitor in sprinting underscore the impact of this provisional ban.