IAAF wants 'drunk' Russian jumper to explain
Ukhov reportedly was drinking vodka and Red Bull during Swiss meet
 | Russian Ivan Ukhov lies on his back after aborting a jump during the men's high jump competition. |
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LAUSANNE, Switzerland - The IAAF will ask Russian high jumper Ivan Ukhov to explain his apparently drunk appearance at the Athletissima Grand Prix.
The 22-year-old Ukhov failed with each attempt to clear the bar before being asked to stop competing Tuesday at the Swiss meet.
Rival high jumpers later reported the Russian had been drinking vodka and Red Bull during the competition.
Meet organizers refused to pay Ukhov's expenses and have been asked to supply video evidence to the International Association of Athletics Federations.
"We will for sure ask for an explanation from the athlete about his behavior and ask that it is not repeated in the future,'' IAAF spokesman Nick Davies said in a statement.
Alcohol is not classed as a performance-enhancing substance and is not formally prohibited in athletics competition.
Ukhov was European Junior Champion in 2005 and has personal best jumps of 2.39 meters indoors and 2.33 outdoors.
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