Systematic Doping Problem Russia's 298 athletes survey completed WADA May 1: 7:22

The World Anti-Doping Organization (WADA), which has been trying to clarify the actual situation of the systematic doping problem in Russia, summarized the survey results on 298 athletes suspected of violations on the 30th, and examined the disposition of each athlete to international competition groups etc. Asked to do.

In order to clarify the actual situation of Russia's systematic doping problem, WADA has obtained data and samples from the Moscow inspection station that was concealing the violation of athletes and conducted an investigation.

Up to now, it was known that 298 athletes were suspected of doping violations, but on the 30th, we gathered evidence and compiled survey results about athletes suspected of violations and reported to 28 international competition groups etc. We announced that we have provided.

In addition, we ask each athletic organization to determine whether there is a violation of the athlete according to the rules of doping and to impose the penalty.

WADA has not disclosed the names or competitions of the 298 athletes.

If WADA decides that the content of the disciplinary action of the competition organization is not appropriate, it will also directly appeal to the Sports Arbitration Court, and WADA President Banka said, "Protecting a clean sports environment and correcting as many frauds as possible. We thank each group for their cooperation. "