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Johann Mühlegg

Johann Mühlegg is a former Spanish cross-country skier born in Germany. He competed internationally but was notably disqualified in the 2002 Winter Olympics after testing positive for performance-enhancing drugs, specifically illegal blood doping substances. His case drew significant attention and controversy within the sports community. Mühlegg's doping violation led to the annulment of his Olympic results and a ban from competitive skiing. His case highlights the ongoing efforts to ensure fair play in sports and the consequences athletes face when violating anti-doping regulations.