Las Vegas Enhanced Games launch sparks controversy and ethical debate

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Las Vegas Enhanced Games launch sparks controversy and ethical debate Americas

Issued on: 25/05/2026 - 16:13

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Athletes using performance-enhancing drugs under medical supervision in an attempt to break records : that is the concept behind the Enhanced Games currently taking place in Las Vegas. But the open use of banned substances is already fuelling major controversy, with many experts warning that the long-term effects of these drugs on the body remain largely unknown. The Games are also attracting huge amounts of money through sponsorships and sports betting, as our correspondent reports from Las Vegas.

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