Controversy After “Enhanced Games” Bring Doping Into the Spotlight

Doping in Sport: How the Enhanced Games exposes a hard truth

The Enhanced Games, held in Las Vegas, demonstrated that doping in sports does not guarantee success, as only one world record was broken, and it was due to a wetsuit, not performance-enhancing drugs. The event underscored the importance of natural ability and genetics in elite sports, highlighting that while drugs can enhance existing talent, they cannot create greatness from scratch.

The Enhanced Games Flopped—But It Could Have an Effect on Sports Culture for Years to Come

The Enhanced Games invited elite athletes to dope in the name of optimization and longevity—but failed to do what it set out to. A strength and conditioning specialist and youth sports coach explains why it'll still affect sports culture for years to come.

Controversy after “Enhanced Games” bring doping into the spotlight

Would you rather be you or the enhanced you? Thats the question at the center of a new worldwide debate following the conclusion of the Enhanced Games in Las Vegasa competition many are calling the Olympics on steroids, quite literally.The Enhanced Games put a controversial twist on traditional sports: dozens of athletes competed in events like swimming and weightlifting, but, unlike the Olympics, these competitors were permitted to use any FDA-…

‘Doping Olympics’ Bets On Booming Biohacking Market Despite Ethical, Safety Concerns

‘Doping Olympics’ Bets On Booming Biohacking Market Despite Ethical, Safety Concerns sthyberg Thu, 05/28/2026 - 16:13 In the Media Dyson College of Arts and Science Dyson Economics Professor Veronika Dolar speaks with Channel News Asia about the so-called “Doping Olympics,” noting that investor interest may be fueled by the rapid growth of consumer health, weight-loss, and biohacking markets. https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/enhanced-game…