As the conflict in Ukraine continues to unfold The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) President Witold Bańka released a statement on how the agency will remain in contact with those affected.
“WADA is monitoring the horrific situation in Ukraine, which is changing on a daily basis. We are in regular contact with our colleagues from Ukraine’s National Anti-Doping Organization (NADC), which has temporarily halted its operations.
The safety of our colleagues at the NADC, as well as all Ukrainian athletes and other citizens, is at the forefront of everyone’s minds. We condemn this act of aggression by Russia and stand in solidarity with the people of Ukraine in these most difficult and dangerous of times.”
In response to the situation in the Ukraine, Belarus and Russia, the World Anti-Doping Agency has issued testing guidance for anti-doping organizations operating in these countries.
WADA Director General Olivier Niggli said the following regarding ongoing testing, “As the global leader of anti-doping, WADA has been contacted by a number of stakeholders seeking guidance on how best to handle the testing of athletes and other aspects of the anti-doping system in Ukraine, Russia and Belarus. This Testing Guidance emphasizes safety for all as our primary concern and provides direction to ensure that disruption to the system is minimized.”
As the regional situation evolves, WADA will continue to update their guidelines as necessary for those affected by the conflict.
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