World Anti-Doping Agency eyes four-year Olympic ban for Russia

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The World Anti-Doping Agency has recommended that Russia be given a four-year ban from international sporting competitions. It’s accused Moscow of falsifying laboratory data handed over to investigators. A final decision on the ban will be taken by WADA officials next month. Host Marco Werman speaks with Slava Malamud, a Russian-American sports writer. 

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