The South African Institute for Drug-Free Sport (SAIDS) imposed the following sanctions for the period of September – October 2024:
Ryno Du Plessis
South African Powerlifting Federation (SAPF) | Three (3) year sanction
Following an In-Competition drug test conducted on Mr. Ryno Du Plessis at the SA Classic Powerlifting Championship, he tested positive for the presence of the Drostanolone and its Metabolite 2α-metil-5α-androstan-3α-ol-17-ona; 2α-methyl5α-androstan-3α-ol-17- one, as well as the Target Compounds of Exogenous Testosterone
His period of Ineligibility began on 23rd July 2024 (the date he was notified of his Mandatory Provisional Suspension) and will be effective until and including 22nd July 2027.
Nkosinathi Sibiya
Athletics South Africa (ASA) | Two (2) year sanction
Following an In-competition drug test conducted on Mr. Nkosinathi Sibiya at the South African Senior Track & Field Championships, he tested positive for the presence of Tramadol and its Metabolite O-desmethyltramadol.
His period of Ineligibility began on 26th July 2024 (the date he accepted Voluntary Suspension) and will be effective until and including 25th July 2026.