Wada hacking scandal: What are therapeutic use exemptions?

Release of confidential medical records has raised questions about the legitimate use of banned substances

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Confidential medical records that show leading Olympians – including Bradley Wiggins, Chris Froome, Simone Biles and Serena Williams – had legally used banned substances during their careers has prompted widespread discussion of the granting of therapeutic use exemption (TUE) certificates in sport.

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