# Former Bristol lock Vui devastated by doping ban

Former Bristol Bears rugby player Chris Vui has been handed a doping ban, which he says has left him "devastated." The ban stems from an anti-doping rule violation, though details of the substance are not yet fully disclosed. The case highlights ongoing efforts to enforce doping regulations in professional rugby.

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- [BBC Sport](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/articles/cq616nejy6po?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 11:56:54 GMT