Going for the Gold-on Steroids
The Free Press • • sports
Key Points:
- Megan Romano, a retired swimmer, will compete in her first race in a decade during Memorial Day weekend at age 35, significantly older than typical Olympic finalists in her event.
- Romano will use performance-enhancing drugs and wear a drag-resistant swimsuit banned in traditional competitions, marking a departure from standard race conditions.
- She will participate in the inaugural Enhanced Games, an event designed to showcase the potential achievements of over 40 elite athletes using performance-enhancing drugs openly.
- The Enhanced Games include competitors from swimming, track, and weightlifting, challenging conventional sports regulations and reputations.