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Urgent: Chinese swimmer Chen Xinyi tests positive at Rio Olympics: Chinese Swimming Association

Xinhua, August 12, 2016 Adjust font size:

Chinese swimmer Chen Xinyi has failed a doping test at the Rio Olympic Games, the Chinese Swimming Association (CSA) announced in its statement on Friday morning.

The 18-year-old Chen tested positive for hydrochlorothiazide, a diuretic, on the Aug. 7 test.

Chen has applied to the International Olympic Committee for a test of sample B and a hearing to look into the matter, said the CSA. Endit