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Vegas to Host Pro-doping Enhanced Games in 2026

Vegas to Host Controversial DrugPro-Alloweddoping SportsEnhanced Games in 2026

Vegas to Host Pro-doping Enhanced Games in 2026
Above: James Magnussen, a two-time 100-meter freestyle world champion. Image credit: Hannah Peters/Staff/Getty Images Sport via Getty Images

The Spin


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This dangerous and irresponsible concept threatens the fundamental integrity of sports and sends a destructive message to young athletes worldwide. The normalization of performance-enhancing drugs puts athletes' health at risk, undermines the values of fair competition, and creates a dangerous precedent that could harm the future of clean sport.


Metaculus Prediction

There's a 6% chance that at least one All-Star from the NFL, NBA, MLB, or NHL will be banned or suspended for sports betting before 2026, according to the Metaculus prediction community.

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