FIA Highlights Anti-Doping Priorities in Motor Sport: Safety and Education

Note: Single-source report; awaiting corroboration.

Anti-doping is critical in motor sport not only for fairness and health but also for safety, as substances that alter judgment or reaction times can endanger drivers and others. The FIA stresses these risks as part of its commitment to preventing doping in the sport.

In December 2010, the FIA became a signatory to the World Anti-Doping Code, aligning with other major international sporting federations and reinforcing its dedication to anti-doping standards.

Education and prevention are central to the FIA, which has implemented the Race True Programme to raise awareness about anti-doping within the motor sport community. The FIA asserts that initial anti-doping efforts should prioritize education over testing.

However, testing and sanctions remain vital parts of the FIA’s anti-doping strategy. The organization aims to conduct out-of-competition testing and cover all disciplines across international championships, cups, trophies, and series, ensuring drivers are aware they may be tested at any event.