WADA has recommended the removal of Uruguay from its compliance watchlist, while Pakistan and Uganda plan to contest allegations of non-compliance. These disputes will be taken to the Court of Arbitration for Sport, deferring any potential penalties until a ruling is made. Other countries and federations remain on WADA’s non-compliant list, facing respective sanctions.
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has announced a favorable review regarding Uruguay’s compliance status, recommending its removal from the compliance watchlist. In contrast, Pakistan and Uganda are preparing to challenge the allegations of code violations that led to their inclusion on WADA’s watchlist in September 2024 due to significant non-conformities with the agency’s updated anti-doping regulations.
WADA reported that Uruguay’s national anti-doping organization presented essential documentation demonstrating full rectification of previously identified issues. Should WADA’s Executive Committee approve this recommendation, Uruguay would not incur any sanctions, marking a significant turn in its compliance assessment.
Meanwhile, both the Olympic committees from Pakistan and Uganda have formally indicated their intention to dispute the non-compliance claims and the associated penalties with WADA. These disputes will be escalated to the Court of Arbitration for Sport, where they will be reviewed at a later date. Until the court reaches a decision, no penalties will be enforced against either nation.
Currently, four entities remain non-compliant with WADA’s regulations: Cameroon, Russia, the International Federation of Basque Pelota, and the International Fitness and Bodybuilding Federation. Non-compliance results in sanctions that prevent these nations or organizations from hosting significant sporting events or displaying their national flags during competitions.
In summary, WADA’s review has cleared Uruguay from its compliance watchlist, while Pakistan and Uganda contest the allegations and consequences of their non-compliance. The outcome will depend on forthcoming court deliberations. Meanwhile, several nations and federations continue to face sanctions due to their non-compliance with anti-doping regulations.
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