The Indian kabaddi star tested positive for brinzolamide; a prohibited diuretic; on April 27, leading to the stripping of his medal. What’s more surprising? He accepted the sanction quietly, without appeal. It’s a harsh reminder that even in sports like kabaddi; often seen as physically demanding but low-risk for doping; rules are strictly enforced. For athletes chasing glory, this serves as a stark warning: shortcuts don’t just cost medals; they cost reputations. And once lost, those are harder to win back than any game.