New evidence contained in the database could compel Olympic officials to issue stiffer penalties. A spokesperson for the World Anti-Doping Agency did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Russian officials did not immediately respond to a request for comment submitted to the government’s sports ministry. The World Anti-Doping Agency had ordered Russia to share the database before the watchdog would agree to restore Russia to good standing and certify its compliance with the global anti-doping code. The International Olympic Committee is expected to announced its decision regarding Russia’s participation in the 2018 Winter Games in early December.

Source: thestar November 10, 2017 17:48 UTC