Aleksandr Selevko, the Estonian figure skater and a silver medalist from the European Championships two years ago, faced a hectic day at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics. While preparing for the draw for his short program performance, Selevko was unexpectedly called for an out-of-competition doping test. Earlier that morning, he had completed a training session on ice and had a meal before being approached for the test, which involved providing both blood and urine samples.

During the time Selevko was undergoing the doping test, the president of the Estonian Skating Union, Maire Arm, represented him during the draw. Despite this unexpected turn of events, Selevko expressed confidence in his form and readiness to compete. As 29 male single skaters prepare to start their individual competition with the short program set for Tuesday, Selevko aims to excel in this critical phase of the event.

This incident raises questions about the timing of doping tests in relation to major competitions, as it can impact athletes' performance and preparation. However, it underscores the importance of maintaining integrity in sports, particularly in high-stakes environments like the Olympics where the pressure to perform is intense.