US Olympic, doping chiefs call for major WADA reforms

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US Olympic and doping leaders called for major reforms at the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) on Monday, seeking greater independence and a ...

The World Anti-Doping Agency needs major reforms for transparency and a greater voice for athletes, two US Olympic groups said Monday AFP/Marc BRAIBANTLOS ANGELES: US Olympic and doping leaders called for major reforms at the World Anti-Doping Agency on Monday , seeking greater independence and a greater voice for athletes in the change process.

WADA is consulting with stakeholders about possible changes, but the US groups are pushing athlete engagement and major influence in any reforms. The US groups call for an independent governance structure for WADA with no sport official being allowed to serve on WADA's executive committee, with that body to include"independent athletes and be empowered to discuss change impacting them and their colleagues."

 

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