Bracy-Williams Accepts 45-Month Ban for Doping Violations Following Whistleblower Tip

Track and field sprinter Marvin Bracy-Williams, 31, has accepted a 45-month suspension from the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) for multiple anti-doping rule violations, including testosterone use, attempted tampering, and repeated Whereabouts Failures.

The sanction follows a whistleblower tip received in early 2024, prompting USADA to conduct a targeted out-of-competition test. Bracy-Williams tested positive for an anabolic agent and was provisionally suspended on February 5, 2024.

During the investigation, conducted in collaboration with the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) and the DEA’s Orlando office, Bracy-Williams initially attempted to tamper with the process. He later admitted to the violations and provided substantial assistance, which helped authorities pursue broader doping cases.

The testosterone use and tampering were treated as a single violation under the World Anti-Doping Code.

Under Article 10.8.1 of the Code, Bracy-Williams qualified for a one-year reduction for admitting guilt within 20 days. He received an additional 15-month reduction for his cooperation, resulting in a 21-month sanction for the first violation.

While the investigation was ongoing, Bracy-Williams committed a second violation by accruing three Whereabouts Failures between August 2023 and June 2024. USADA imposed a 24-month ban for this infraction, bringing the total suspension to 45 months.

All competitive results from June 1, 2023, onward have been disqualified, including forfeiture of medals, points, and prizes.

However, Bracy-Williams retains his 2022 World Championship silver medal.

He will be eligible to return to competition in November 2027, at age 33.