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“It agreed that seven of the breaches were serious and that revocation of his licence was necessary to protect athletes,” said UKA.<\/p>\n
The governing body also said that Young would be required to “complete training on athlete welfare, injury management and bullying\/harassment before a return to coaching could be considered”.<\/p>\n
Muir, who won a silver medal in the 1,500m at the Olympics in Tokyo in 2021, is now being coached by Laura Weightman, while world indoor silver medallist Jemma Reekie – who had also been coached by Young – is now working with Jon Bigg.<\/p>\n
“I have chosen to waive my anonymity and confirm my involvement in this case,” said Muir. <\/p>\n
“I fully support the decisions reached by both independent panels and I am grateful that the process has been followed through so thoroughly. <\/p>\n
“I want to thank those who came forward and those who contributed to the process – it has not been easy, but it was necessary.<\/p>\n
“Athletics has always been my passion, and I am pleased to say that I have rediscovered the love of my sport and the enjoyment of training and working within a supportive and positive coaching environment. <\/p>\n
“I am now focused on the future, looking forward to the next few years of my career, and putting this difficult chapter firmly behind me.”<\/p>\n
Canada’s Gabriela DeBues-Stafford, who trained under Young from 2019 to 2020, said she had been approached by the investigation three years ago and her testimony related to some of the findings and charges.<\/p>\n
“The whole hearing process and its aftermath felt dehumanising and frustrating,” the 30-year-old wrote on social media.<\/p>\n
“I feel grateful to have been able to support my fellow teammates by participating.<\/p>\n
“I look forward to providing feedback to UKA and UK Sport on how to better support athletes in future.”<\/p>\n<\/div>\n