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Long Jump Legend Mike Powell Suspended Amid Safeguarding Concern

9/13/2025

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Mike Powell, the long jump world record holder, faces indefinite suspension by the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) due to a safeguarding concern.
He is barred from all World Athletics-sanctioned activities, including competitions and events.
Powell, 61, has coached at Azusa Pacific University since 2022.
The suspension may be modified upon application or appeal.
The AIU also suspended Ethiopian runner Diribe Welteji for refusing a drug test.

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Mike Powell, the long jump world record holder, faces indefinite suspension by the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) due to a safeguarding concern.
He is barred from all World Athletics-sanctioned activities, including competitions and events.
Powell, 61, has coached at Azusa Pacific University since 2022.
The suspension may be modified upon application or appeal.
The AIU also suspended Ethiopian runner Diribe Welteji for refusing a drug test.