Craig Nicholson appointed Head of World Para Swimming
The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) announced on Thursday (15 October) the appointment of Craig Nicholson as Head of World Para Swimming.
Champions Hockey League season cancelled
Due to the impact of the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the Champions Hockey League cannot take place in 2020/21 as planned. The CHL Board was forced to take this difficult decision as the general situation in Europe has not improved.
England Rugby and Gilbert Rugby extend partnership
The extension will see Gilbert provide their product exclusively to all levels of the game including all competitions run by the Rugby Football Union (RFU), including dedicated provision for the England Women’s team and Allianz Premier 15s.
FIFPRO publishes covid-19 recovery recommendations
FIFPRO is today publishing a set of recommendations to rebuild and strengthen the professional football industry during the pandemic, at the same time as protecting jobs, careers and the wellbeing of players.
Players, female leaders and greater global representation on interim World Rugby committees
Rassie Erasmus, Melodie Robinson, Conrad Smith and Bryan Habana are among a host of leading players and coaches who have been appointed to World Rugby interim committees.
EFL Statement: Chief Executive Officer
David Baldwin has today announced he is set to leave his position as Chief Executive of the EFL.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino and former US Attorney General Loretta Lynch open 3rd FIFA Compliance Summit
Speaking earlier today at the opening of the 3rd FIFA Compliance Summit, FIFA President Gianni Infantino underlined FIFA’s continued commitment to compliance and good governance while highlighting the significant progress that FIFA has made in the area since 2016, as well as the importance of developing and introducing compliance best practice in football.
IWF commits to further progress in governance and anti-doping
The IWF acknowledges IOC President Thomas Bach’s comments and the statement issued on behalf of the IOC Executive Board and has pledged further progress in both anti-doping work and governance reform.
The National Basketball Association (NBA) and National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) announce NBA Foundation Board of Directors
The National Basketball Association (NBA) and National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) today announced the NBA Foundation Board of Directors, comprised of eight representatives from the NBA Board of Governors, players and executives from the NBPA and the league office. The Foundation’s Board of Directors will provide strategic direction with respect to programming and grantmaking as well as oversee the organization’s activities, working directly with all 30 NBA teams and their governors to support and facilitate sustainable initiatives in team markets.
Latest AFC DEC decision on AFC Champions League (West)
Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Disciplinary and Ethics Committee today dismissed a protest lodged by Al Nassr, of Saudi Arabia, in connection with the Semi-final match of the AFC Champions League (West) pursuant to Article 59 of the AFC Champions League 2020 Competition Regulations.
GLMS Monitoring and Intelligence 2020 Q3 Report
GLMS is pleased to share the 2020 Q3 Monitoring & Intelligence Report, in which you will find key facts and figures from GLMS' monitoring and intelligence work over the summer months in the service of its members.
Extreme E awarded FIA International Series status
Extreme E, the pioneering electric off-road motor racing series, reached another milestone today after it was officially granted status as an FIA International Series.
WADA publishes new Guidelines for Education
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is pleased to announce the publication of new Guidelines for Education to support Anti-Doping Organizations (ADOs) in their implementation of the new International Standard for Education (ISE), which comes into force on 1 January 2021.
FIFPRO assists Nigerian footballer's family in claim for negligence
FIFPRO lawyers are assisting the family of the late professional footballer Chineme Martins to pursue a claim for negligence.
IOC strengthens investigation into possible political interference in Belarus
During its virtual meeting today, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Executive Board (EB) decided to strengthen its investigation into the compliance of the National Olympic Committee (NOC) of the Republic of Belarus with the Olympic Charter.
IESF signs MOU with KADA to bring synergies on anti-doping standard
International Esports Federation (IESF) is pleased to announce the MOU signing with Korea Anti-Doping Agency (KADA).
Rugby World Cup and Societe Generale extend successful worldwide partnership
World Rugby has announced that Societe Generale has renewed its long-standing and impactful worldwide partnership of Rugby World Cup for the 2023 event in France.
RFU to allow transgender women to continue playing domestic women’s rugby in England
The Rugby Football Union will allow transgender women to keep playing women’s rugby at the domestic level and decided it needed more scientific evidence before implementing a ban like World Rugby has.
COVID-19: Time for Sport to ‘Build Back Better’
World Players Association sets guiding principles to support the recovery and rebuilding of the global sport industry
Statement by the IOC regarding the situation of the IWF
The IOC is very worried to learn about the reported decision made by the Board of the International Weightlifting Federation (IWF) to replace the Acting President, Ms Ursula Garza Papandrea, the way the decision was taken and the chosen replacement. The IOC enjoyed excellent cooperation with her during her time in office, and is fully supportive of the reforms she has initiated in the IWF. Currently the IOC has not received all the information to fully assess the situation in its entirety.
INTERPOL Integrity in Sport Bi-Weekly Bulletin 29 September 2020 - 12 October 2020
The FA Chairman Greg Clarke has written to FA Council Members ahead of October meeting
I trust that you are well in these difficult times and look forward to speaking with you all on Thursday at our Council meeting.
Watch the 3rd FIFA Compliance Summit live on FIFA.com
Bringing together governance and compliance experts and practitioners from across football, the third edition of the FIFA Compliance Summit takes place this year in a virtual format from 12 to 16 October 2020.
EFL statement: Project Big Picture
The English Football League today confirms that it has been working on an innovative proposal titled ‘Project Big Picture’ with a number of Clubs in the Premier League that looks to reset the economics and governance across the English football pyramid and in the process, protect the game in both the short and long term.
World Rugby approves updated transgender participation guidelines
World Rugby has approved updated transgender participation guidelines following a comprehensive, collaborative and transparent review of its existing guidance.
FIFA publishes International Transfer Market Snapshot
Today, FIFA published its International Transfer Market Snapshot June-October 2020, an analysis of player transfer activity during the transfer window that closed on Monday.
WADA Compliance Review Committee discusses way forward for compliance monitoring in light of COVID-19
The World Anti-Doping Agency’s (WADA’s) independent Compliance Review Committee (CRC) met virtually on 6 and 7 October 2020 to discuss a number of important issues relating to WADA’s compliance program.
AFC Champions League (East) to be staged in Doha
IWF follows up on Moscow LIMS data: Six sanctions are imposed and three more Anti-Doping Rule Violations asserted against Russian athletes
In October 2017, a whistle-blower provided a copy of the LIMS from the years 2011-15 to the WADA Intelligence and Investigations Department (“WADA I&I). Subsequent investigations involved access to the Moscow Laboratory being granted to WADA I&I, which took forensic copies of the Laboratory Information Management System (“LIMS”) and underlying data.
WADA publishes 2019 Annual Report themed ‘Towards a World of Clean Sport’
Today, the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) published its 2019 Annual Report outlining the Agency’s various activities last year and how the global anti-doping system has been strengthened as a result. Under the title ‘Towards a World of Clean Sport’, this special 20th anniversary edition also highlights some of the organization’s achievements and some of the challenges it has faced since it was founded in 1999.
Disciplinary charges, suspensions and responses for September 2020
Breach of FA Rule E20(a) - It is alleged that following the conclusion of the fixture, in or around the tunnel area, Frimley Green failed to ensure that its players and/or officials and/or spectators conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
FIFA President praises Qatar’s World Cup preparations during his first visit to Al Bayt Stadium
FIFA President Gianni Infantino described preparations for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ as “impressive” during a whistle-stop tour of the country this week.
The IPF and CCES Announce Partnership Agreement for Anti-Doping Services
The Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport (CCES) is pleased to announce a new agreement with the International Powerlifting Federation (IPF). As part of this new partnership, the CCES will oversee various areas of the IPF’s anti-doping program including its compliance with the World Anti-Doping Code, athlete whereabouts program management, global test coordination and results management.
EU Athletes supports Belarusian athletes and calls for the release of Yelena Leuchanka
EU Athletes share serious concerns expressed by the international community regarding the situation in Belarus. We stand in solidarity with nearly 700 athletes and other persons from Belarusian sport who have called for, among others, new elections, end to police violence and assistance to all victims of illegal actions of the regime in their open letter[1]. The Free Union of Athletes has become a source of inspiration for the protests, despite the risks for their profesional and personal situations and safety.
Investigatory chamber of independent Ethics Committee concludes investigation into Yves Jean-Bart and sanctions another Haitian football official
The investigatory chamber of the independent Ethics Committee has concluded its investigation proceedings against Yves Jean-Bart, President of the Haitian Football Association, and submitted its final report together with the investigation files to the adjudicatory chamber of the independent Ethics Committee.
World Athletics v Daniel Kinyua Wanjiru
A decision in the case of World Athletics against Daniel Kinyua Wanjiru has been issued by the Disciplinary Tribunal.
UEFA, Premier League and Canal+ International, welcome decision of Rwandan court in the fight against piracy
The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA), organizer and owner of the UEFA Champions League and UEFA Europa League competitions, the Football Association Premier League Limited, organizer and owner of the English Premier League (EPL) competition and Canal+ International, their broadcast partner in French-language for these competitions in the territory of the Republic of Rwanda welcome the decision No RCOMA 00877/2019/HCC rendered on 9 September 2020 in their favour by the Commercial High Court of Rwanda against the Rwandan TV channel “Victory TV Ltd”.
NWHL adopts new governance model and appoints Tyler Tumminia as Interim Commissioner
The National Women’s Hockey League has adopted a new governance model inspired by the time-tested approaches taken in the NHL and other major professional leagues. The transparency and alignment of interests created under the new model will underpin the continued growth and ensure the long-term sustainability of women’s professional hockey in North America.
Extreme E signs content partnership with WaterBear Network
Extreme E, the innovative electric off-road racing series has announced an exciting new content partnership with the WaterBear Network, the first interactive streaming platform dedicated to the future of our planet.
EFL Chairman praises proposed reforms to English football
EFL Chairman Rick Parry has praised Manchester United and Liverpool for proposing radical changes that he believes would save lower league sides who have suffered financially due to coronavirus.
England & FA pledge action for new Kick It Out campaign
We have today pledged our support for Kick It Out's new campaign encouraging people across the football community to take action in the battle against discrimination.
UEFA supporting Fare #FootballPeople weeks
UEFA partner Fare (Football Against Racism in Europe) has launched its annual #FootballPeople weeks – a campaign that calls on supporters, clubs, players, minority groups and communities to raise awareness of social inequalities in sport, including racism, gender discrimination and homophobia.
Rugby player banned for four years for anti-doping violation
Mr Perry provided an out of competition urine sample at his home on 28 October 2019. The sample was found to contain an Adverse Analytical Finding (AAF) for oxandrolone and its metabolites. Oxandrolone is a non-specified substance on the World Anti-Doping Agency Prohibited List 2019.
Rugby Union player Perry banned for four years
Rugby union player Arran Perry has been banned from all sport for a period of four years following a first Anti-Doping Rule Violation (ADRV) for the use of a banned substance.
IOC has Neglected Its Duty to Care for Athletes by Failing to Take Action Against Iran
In the matter of proceedings brought under the Anti-Doping Rules of the International Association of Athletics Federations
Mr Daniel Kinyua Wanjiru has been found to have breached article 2.2 'Use of a Prohibited Substance / Method' resulting in 4 years ineligibility from 09 December 2019 (DQ results: from 09 March 2019)
Footballer banned for two years after failing drug test
Professional footballer for Barnsley FC, Bambo Diaby has been banned from all sport for a period of two years following an Anti-Doping Rule Violation (ADRV).
IOC must join with Belarusian athletes to ensure human rights and sport are protected
Arrests, threats and dismissals amount to ongoing violations of the Olympic Charter by Belarusian President, who also heads the National Olympic Committee, along with his son
Tender processes launched in Nordic territories for media rights to FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™, FIFA World Cup 2026™ and FIFA Additional Events
FIFA has opened two invitations to tender (ITT) for the media rights to FIFA’s flagship men’s and women’s competitions, as well as FIFA Additional Events, simultaneously in each of four Nordic territories: Denmark, Finland, Norway and Sweden. The rights available cover a broad range of linear, digital and radio transmission media.
Bambo Diaby suspended for two years for breaching The FA's anti-doping regulations
Bambo Diaby has been suspended from all football and football-related activity for two years following a breach of The FA’s Anti-Doping Regulations.
