Olympic showjumper denies ‘allegations of misconduct’ after temporary suspension from sport

Olympic showjumper Ali Nilforushan has been named on the US Center for SafeSport suspension list.

The California-based trainer and event organiser, who represented Iran as an individual at the Sydney Games in 2000, has been temporarily suspended for “allegations of misconduct”, pending the outcome of a formal investigation and final decision.

In a statement on Saturday (20 February) Ali said he had been “humbled” by the “outpouring of support” he had received.

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Article written by: Becky Murray