The head of WADA considers it important to maintain contacts with RUSADA, despite the removal of the Russians

“Many athletes from Russia are not currently competing, but it is important that we keep in touch with the Russian Anti-Doping Agency to discuss operational issues and monitor its activities,” Banka was quoted as saying by Inside the Games.

Most sports federations have banned Russians from participating in international competitions due to the situation in Ukraine.

RUSADA has been deprived of compliance status since December 2020.

At the moment, work is underway to restore it.

Earlier, WADA Director General Olivier Niggli said that Russian athletes should continue to be tested for doping.