PED use allowed in new Enhanced Games, set for May 2026
espn.comPublished: 5/22/2025
Summary
Get ready for an unprecedented sports revolution as Enhanced Games prepares to launch its inaugural competition in Las Vegas, offering athletes the chance to use performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs) under the guise of "superhumanity." Founded by Aron D'Souza, this innovative event will feature lucrative incentives like $500k purses and appearance fees. Despite facing backlash from international bodies such as the IOC and WADA, Enhanced Games aims to set a fair standard with medical oversight and clinical trials. The competition will include track, swimming, and weightlifting but exclude gymnastics and combat sports.