Prosecutor will examine WADA’s actions for bias in favor of China
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has hired an independent prosecutor following the Chinese swimmers’ doping scandal. This follows from the official statement on the organization’s website.
“WADA’s integrity and reputation are at risk. In the last few days, we have been unfairly accused of being biased in favor of China. We continue to reject the false allegations and are pleased to be able to place these matters in the hands of an experienced, respected and independent prosecutor,” said WADA President Witold Banka.
Previously, The New York Times wrote that trimetazidine (a drug used to improve heart function) was detected in samples from more than 20 Chinese swimmers. approx. “Tapes.ru”). The substance was discovered before the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, but WADA did not suspend the Chinese, believing the version of the Chinese agency (CHINADA) about the accidental ingestion of the prohibited substance into the body. The United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) later called for a review of WADA, saying it had undermined trust in the system.
Earlier, Russia explained the US reaction to WADA’s decision. “Sometimes Americans have sensible thoughts. A one-sided vision of the situation, assessment based on nationality, bias, bias – these things have been characteristic of WADA in recent years. We see how many contradictory decisions WADA makes in relation to athletes,” said Dmitry Svishchev, head of the State Duma Committee on Physical Culture and Sports.
Source: Lenta
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