9 Athletes Who Were Brought Down By Scandal

One of golf’s greatest talents, Tiger Woods saw his career derailed by personal scandals involving infidelity, divorce, and legal troubles, which significantly impacted his performance and public image.

The tennis star was banned for two years by the International Tennis Federation after testing positive for the banned substance meldonium, resulting in stripped titles and prize money.

The Olympic swimming champion faced suspensions after charges of driving under the influence and a previous incident involving illegal drug use, temporarily tarnishing his decorated career.

The baseball legend was implicated in performance-enhancing drug use during his career, leading to legal battles and controversy over his records and legacy.

After initially denying allegations, the track and field star admitted to lying about using performance-enhancing drugs and was forced to return her five Olympic medals.

The Major League Baseball player admitted to using performance-enhancing drugs linked to the Biogenesis clinic, resulting in a 162-game suspension.

The American sprinter tested positive for steroids in 2013, forfeited his Olympic silver medal, and received a reduced ban after cooperating with anti-doping authorities.

Gatlin was banned after testing positive for testosterone in 2006. Although he denied intentional use, he accepted the suspension, which was later reduced.

The cycling champion was stripped of his seven Tour de France titles and received a lifetime ban after being exposed for systematic use of performance-enhancing drugs.