Inam opts against B-sample

A sample taken from him was found to contain a small amount of a prohibited substance, prompting anti-doping authorities to issue him a notice.Sources close to Inam confirmed that he received the notice and said the wrestler had used medication to treat an eye condition before the Games.Inam has told anti-doping authorities that he had been prescribed acetazolamide after consulting a doctor for an eye problem.

He maintains that the medicine was taken for therapeutic purposes and had no connection with performance enhancement.According to sources familiar with the case, Inam provided information about the medication, including medical records, scans and the doctor's prescription, in response to the anti-doping notice.

The International Testing Agency (ITA) subsequently conducted its own review and further testing as part of the inquiry.The case has also involved the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), which issued a letter to Inam on July 24 allowing him to use the medication twice a day until July 13, 2027, sources claimed.Inam's representatives argue that the subsequent authorisation for the medication raises questions about the adverse analytical finding and the handling….

His representatives are reviewing the available options with legal advisers and could take the matter to the CAS if a suspension is imposed.Under anti-doping rules, a confirmed violation could result in a suspension, with the length depending on the substance detected, the circumstances of the case and whether the athlete can establish an applicable defence or mitigating factors.A suspension could have consequences beyond Inam's competitive career.

He is also serving as secretary of the Pakistan Wrestling Federation (PWF) and could be barred from participating in wrestling-related activities.Inam has been the finest wrestlers in Pakistan’s last two decades journey.He has pulled off major medals in international circuit, also including two golds in the Commonwealth Game.

Ace wrestler cites approved acetazolamide treatment after adverse doping finding; keeps CAS challenge option open.

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