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16 April, 2026

World Athletics Blocks Türkiye Athlete Transfers Over Alleged Coordinated Recruitment Strategy

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World Athletics has blocked the proposed nationality switch of several athletes to Türkiye, citing a coordinated recruitment strategy.

The ruling affects Jamaicans Rajindra Campbell, Jaydon Hibbert, Wayne Pinnock, and Roje Stona.

World Athletics said the applications were inconsistent with transfer rules and would undermine fair competition.

The athletes are now barred from representing Türkiye at major championships under current regulations.