Doping is the use of substances or methods that are prohibited in sport. Doping violates the principles of fair play and sportsmanship, giving an unfair advantage to those who engage in it. Doping is not only extremely dangerous and harmful to an individual’s health but can also severely damage their reputation and have long-term consequences.
Anti-doping is a set of rules put in place to ensure fair play and protect the health of athletes. These rules are designed to protect athlete’ rights to participate in sport free of performance enhancing drugs or methods, ensuring a level playing field. When athletes choose not to dope and compete without the use of banned substances or methods, they are competing clean, upholding the true spirit of sport.
ANTI-DOPING AND MOTORSPORT AUSTRALIA
Motorsport Australia takes a position of zero tolerance toward doping in motorsport and works closely with Sport Integrity Australia (SIA) in Australia and the Federation Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) internationally to ensure a drug-free environment in our sport.
Anti-doping rules apply to all participants of motorsport from grassroots to elite level. All members must be aware of, and have a basic understanding of, their obligations regarding anti-doping.
The Sport Integrity Australia website has a range of information and resources to assist, including:
- Information about supplements
- Applying for a Therapeutic Use Exemption
- Submitting Whereabouts information
- Information about athlete testing
Motorsport Australia’s Anti-Doping Policy is the Australian National Anti-Doping Policy, effective 1 January 2021, and can be found on the Sport Integrity Australia website.
To report a breach of anti-doping rules, you can submit a complaint directly to Sport Integrity Australia via:
- Sport Integrity Australia complaint form; or by
- Calling 1300 027 232
THE WORLD ANTI-DOPING CODE PROHIBITED LIST
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) updates and publishes the Prohibited List each year. This list is the International Standard that outlines:
- The substances and methods that are prohibited in- and out-of-competition.
- The sports in which the substances and methods are prohibited.
The Prohibited List is approved by WADA’s Executive Committee in September of each year and published three months before it comes into effect on 1 January.
Read more on the WADA website:
The Prohibited List is updated by WADA annually and comes into play on 1 January each year.
See the Prohibited List explained, which includes a link to the latest list.
It is important to note that not all prohibited substances are specifically named in the Prohibited List. For a complete check if a substance is prohibited, head to the check your substances online resource (administered by Global DRO).
If you have any questions about prohibited substances or methods, contact Sport Integrity Australia by calling: 1300 027 232 or via email: substance.enquiries@sportintegrity.gov.au
CHECK YOUR SUBSTANCES
Global DRO allows users to check whether the most commonly prescribed and over-the-counter medicines in Australia are permitted or prohibited in sport.
If an athlete requires use of a prohibited substance to treat a medical condition, the athlete needs to be aware of the Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE) requirements. For more information on a Therapeutic Use Exemptions visit Sport Integrity Australia’s website.
To use Global DRO:
- Go to the Global DRO website
- Choose from the categories:
- User Type (athlete or medical professional)
- Sport
- Nation of Purchase
NOTE: Correct selection of the ‘Sport’ and ‘Nation of Purchase’ are essential to ensure the correct results.
- Enter the name of the medication or ingredient
- Accept the Terms and Conditions.
- Get the results instantly. Many results may be listed. Ensure that the result you select matches exactly to the medication or ingredient.
- A reference number will be listed at the bottom of your results page. It is extremely important that this reference number is retained as proof of the search before using a medication or substance. This may help you if you are ever called upon to provide that information in the future. We recommend you save this number or print out or email a copy of your results to yourself.
- To check more than one substance, enter a medication or ingredient in the ‘new search’ box.
Advice about search results
It is very important that you select the item from the Global DRO search list that is an exact match to your search entry. Also make sure all active ingredients of the brand you are searching are listed on the brand search results (status) page.
If the list does not include an exact match to your search term, do not select another substance from the list as it may not be related in any way to your searched substance. That is, the list is a guide only in the event you have misspelt your search term. You should carefully check the spelling of your substance and find an exact match.
If the particular brand name is not in the database, try searching for the active ingredients found on the front of the medication packaging.
Advice about supplement searches
Global DRO does not provide the prohibited status of pre-workouts, fat burners, or dietary supplements in general. This includes natural health products, for example: homeopathic products, traditional medicines, herbals, and probiotics.
You should be aware that supplements can vary from batch to batch. They may also contain substances that are prohibited in sport even if it is not listed on the label. To protect yourself, take the time to read our supplement advice.
How to check a medication using the Sport Integrity App https://youtu.be/_RBOoQGUJ0Q?si=OcjyGiK8mxZNc3Lt
How to check if you need a TUE using the App – https://youtu.be/MBa5rwIz0Vc?si=EgZ_u6ydXMT4dA5g
How to find a batch tested supplement using the App https://youtu.be/bNA8VLsAG-8?si=Fh__VIiKLbTLFxIl
How to check if your supplement is batch tested https://youtu.be/Gc7PmnOrhVc?si=g1546RmpxudnVvwM
Protein Fortified Foods – Poster
ANTI-DOPING CONTROL PROCESS
A Sport Integrity Australia (SIA) official (or an accredited official acting on behalf of SIA) may require you to provide a sample at any time and at any place.
An athlete may commit and Anti-Doping Rule Violation (ADRV) and may receive a sanction for evading, refusing or failing to submit to sample collection during or after they are notified. The penalty for evading, refusing or failing to provide a sample upon a valid request may be the same as providing a sample that contains a prohibited substance.
Athletes can be tested either in-competition or out-of-competition. Athletes can be tested at a training venue or home address. Athletes can be tested with No Advance Notice and sample collection can include the collection of urine, blood or both.
Motorsport Australia acknowledges Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and to Elders past and present.