UK and EU urged to follow US and block funding for World AntiDoping Agency
Jan 15, 2025
Wada’s handling of Chinese swimmers’ case under fireFormer Wada vice-president joins chorus of concernPressure is intensifying on the World Anti-Doping Agency with the UK and European Union being urged to stop funding the global body following the United States’ decision to withhold its financial backing over Wada’s handling of the 23 Chinese swimmers cleared to compete at the 2021 Olympics.The shadow sports minister, Stuart Andrew, is calling on the government to follow the example of President Joe Biden’s administration and consider withholding funds if Wada cannot show full transparency over the China case. Continue reading...