Eugene Oregon:

The Gleaner has been reliably informed that discus thrower Chad Wright's participation in this year's World Championships is in doubt as a result of visa issues.

According to a source close to the situation, Wright was not granted a United States visa during his interview.

The source did not disclose why the visa was not approved.

The men's discus qualification round is this Sunday and Wright now faces a race against time to get the necessary documentation to travel in time for the event.

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