Eliminating drugs and the testing debate

Overview

WADA, the World Anti-Doping Code and Prohibited List, UKAD, strict liability, whereabouts, the Athlete Biological Passport, retesting, and the arguments for and against testing.

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1. 1

   What is the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA)?

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   WADA is the international body that leads the fight against doping in sport. WADA was founded in 1999.

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   What is the World Anti-Doping Code?

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   The World Anti-Doping Code is the set of anti-doping rules that sports and countries sign up to. The Code harmonises rules and sanctions worldwide.

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   What is the Prohibited List?

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   The Prohibited List names the substances and methods banned in sport. WADA publishes an updated list every year.

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   What criteria does WADA use to decide whether to ban a substance?

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   A substance may be banned if it meets two of three criteria. The criteria are enhancing performance, risking health and breaking the spirit of sport.

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   What is UK Anti-Doping (UKAD)?

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   UK Anti-Doping is the national body for clean sport in the UK, set up in 2009. UKAD runs testing, education and investigations.

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   Explain the principle of strict liability.

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   Under strict liability, an athlete is responsible for any banned substance found in their body. Intent does not need to be proven.

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