IAAF suspends Russian Athletes from International competitions over Doping Scandal

Jessica Judd, a middle-distance runner, aims for the Rio Olympics amidst challenges like doping scandals. Her coach, George Gandy, reflects on past doping issues. Sebastian Coe, leading athletics reform, faces the task of addressing systemic doping, particularly in Russia, which may face suspension from international competitions.

What was Jessica Judd's main goal as a middle-distance runner?

• To break the world record in 800 meters

• To secure a place in the Rio Olympics

• To become a coach

• To win the World Championships

How did doping scandals affect Jessica Judd's performance at the World Championships?

• She was promoted to the semifinals after a competitor was caught doping

• She was disqualified from the event

• She decided to retire from athletics

• She won a medal due to disqualifications

What era does George Gandy refer to when discussing past doping issues?

• 1990s

• 1980s and 1970s

• 2000s

• 1960s

What is one of Sebastian Coe's major challenges as a leader in athletics?

• Reforming the governing body to address doping

• Building new sports facilities

• Organizing more international events

• Increasing funding for sports

What could be a consequence of suspending Russia from international competitions?

• A rise in athlete retirements

• A sporting Cold War

• A decrease in global sports events

• An increase in doping cases