19-year-old Japanese gymnast Shoko Miyata sent home from Paris Olympics due to alleged smoking violation.

19-year-old Japanese gymnast Shoko Miyata, captain of the women's gymnastics team, has been sent home from the Paris Olympics following allegations of smoking. Miyata was expected to contend for a medal in Paris; however, the Japan Gymnastics Association is investigating the situation to determine if she violated the team's code of conduct. Smoking is illegal under the age of 20 in Japan.

July 18, 2024
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