Chelsea Star Mudryk Shifts to Athletics for 2028 Olympics Bid

Chelsea star Mykhailo Mudryk is transitioning from football to athletics, eyeing a spot on the Ukrainian team for the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles. Mudryk failed a drug test in 2024, leading to his shift in focus.

Chelsea confirmed his positive test for meldonium, a prohibited substance. The midfielder aims to meet the World Athletics qualifying standard and secure a place in the Olympic team.

Mudryk has begun training under former Olympians to enhance his sprinting skills for the upcoming Games.