Swimmer Gkolomeev ‘Breaks’ Record At Drug-Fueled Enhanced Games

Part of: Swimmer Gkolomeev "Breaks" Record at Enhanced Games Amidst Doping Concerns

Greek swimmer Kristian Gkolomeev "broke" the men's 50m freestyle world record at the Enhanced Games in Las Vegas, an event allowing performance-enhancing substances, though the time is not official. Gkolomeev won a $1 million bonus for the record, achieved while wearing a banned synthetic suit. The Enhanced Games have been criticized by governing bodies, but attracted athletes with substantial prize money.

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