Energy drinks in the olympics?

Question

Kinda a wierd question, but are olympic athletes allowed to drink energy drinks before races?

Answer 1

Yes - the Coca-Cola Company is an official sponsor of the Olympics and provides Powerade to all Olympians.

Answer 2

If it doesn't contain any banned substances, sure they can drink whatever drink they want

Answer 3

I've been curious as well.  It seems most are drinking some blue drink.  I see the same color drink in the major tennis tournaments through out the year too.  Wonder if it's some special brew.

Answer 4

Yes!