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Denmark’s mixed doubles player Mathias Christiansen has been handed a one-year suspension by the Danish Sports Federation’s Doping Board due to errors in reporting his whereabouts to Anti-Doping Denmark.
Christiansen, who withdrew from the Paris 2024 Olympics after qualifying with Alexandra BØje, will be banned until July 21, 2025. The ‘whereabouts’ issue refers to the player’s duty to inform the anti-doping agency of his daily location. After three reporting mistakes within a year, Christiansen became eligible for the suspension.
“I’m relieved that there’s finally clarity on the matter and that I received the shortest possible ban,” said Christiansen. “I had no intention of cheating, and the ruling confirms that. Now, I’m focusing on my training to come back stronger.”
During the suspension, Christiansen will train privately at the Yonex Peter Gade Academy. Badminton Denmark’s sports manager, Jens Meibom, expressed disappointment about losing Christiansen for a year but acknowledged the importance of respecting the rules.
“We’re glad Mathias has clarity now and is already focused on training. We’ll be ready to welcome him back when his ban ends.”
