A former world championship silver medalist in the 100 meters has been handed a 12-year ban from competition following his third violation of anti-doping regulations, according to an announcement Friday from the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency.
Marvin Bracy-Williams, the 32-year-old American who earned silver at the 2022 World Championships, was penalized for three instances where he failed to properly report his whereabouts to testing officials. These violations took place on July 1, 2025, February 24, 2026, and April 1, 2026.
Anti-doping whereabouts rules mandate that athletes provide authorities with information about where they can be located for at least one hour each day to allow for surprise drug testing outside of competition.
Initial violations of whereabouts requirements typically result in suspensions lasting one to two years, with the exact length determined by how much fault the athlete bears. Since this marked the American runner’s third offense, he faced enhanced penalties ranging from eight years to a lifetime ban from the sport.
The 12-year suspension will begin after Bracy-Williams completes a 45-month penalty for separate anti-doping violations that he agreed to in November 2025.
USADA officials said Bracy-Williams informed the organization Friday that he plans to retire from competition. His suspension will remain in effect indefinitely unless he decides to return from retirement and complete the remaining portion of his penalties.
All competitive results achieved by Bracy-Williams on or after April 1, 2026, have been invalidated, resulting in the loss of any medals, points, and prize money earned during that period.
The American sprinter participated in the Enhanced Games earlier this year, a competition that permits athletes to use performance-enhancing substances prohibited in traditional events. He placed third in the 100 meters at the first Enhanced Games held last month in Las Vegas.
