Ironman Anti-Doping Program:

Introduction:

On 14 September, 2005, the World Triathlon Corporation (“WTC”) accepted the World Anti-Doping Code (the "Code") for all IRONMAN® Triathlon events, whether conducted by WTC or its Licensees.  As a private corporation conducting triathlon events under the IRONMAN® brand, WTC is the first private, non-federation sports company to formally adhere to the Code.  These Anti-Doping Rules are adopted and implemented in conformance with WTC’s responsibilities under the Code, and are in furtherance of WTC’s continuing efforts to eradicate doping in the sport of triathlon.

On September 21st, 2009, WTC received notice of compliance from WADA, acknowledging that the WTC Anti-Doping Rules have incorporated all of the mandatory elements of the 2009 World Anti-Doping Code.

Athlete Resources for Anti-Doping Information and Education:

The World Triathlon Corporation (WTC) encourages all athletes to know and understand their rights and responsibilities with regard to anti-doping policy and procedure.  The following on-line resources are available to all athletes and all athletes are encouraged to review these and other anti-doping resources and information available through your National Anti-Doping Organization.  The WTC will continue to update athletes through its website at www.ironmanusa.com and through informational updates included.

Applicable Rules:

The World Anti-Doping Code (Code) is the document that harmonizes regulations regarding anti-doping in sport across all sports and all countries of the world. The Code provides a framework for anti-doping policies, rules, and regulations for sport organizations and public authorities.  The Code may be reviewed at http://www.wada-ama.org/rtecontent/document/code_v2009_En.pdf.

The World Triathlon Corporation Anti-Doping Rules for Ironman Triathlon Events (WTC Anti-Doping Rules) are in full compliance with the WADA Code and apply to each participant in IRONMAN® Triathlon events by virtue of the participant’s application for entry and/or participation in IRONMAN® Triathlon events.  The WTC Anti-Doping Rules may be reviewed at http://www.ironmanusa.com/wtc-antidoping-rules.pdf.

Educational Resources:

The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has published a number of resources to help athletes understand the dangers and consequences of doping, as well as their responsibilities under the World Anti-Doping Code.  These resources listed below are available in the Athlete Resources section of the WADA website at www.wada-ama.org.

• Prohibited List: Pursuant to the Code, WADA is responsible for annually preparing and publishing the Prohibited List, the International Standard identifying Substances and Methods prohibited in sport.  The WTC will test for the classes of substances and methods prohibited by the World Anti-Doping Code. The most current 2010 WADA Prohibited list which can be found: http://www.wada-ama.org/Documents/World_Anti-Doping_Program/WADP-Prohibited-list/WADA_Prohibited_List_2010_EN.pdf
• Athlete Guide: This booklet provides an overview of the Code, and includes athlete rights and responsibilities relating to the doping control process.
• Doping Control Leaflet: This leaflet provides a step-by-step description of the doping control process so that athletes understand their rights and responsibilities during testing.
• Q&A on Athletes and Medications: This leaflet highlights issues relating to taking prescription and over-the-counter medications as they relate to the fight against doping in sport.

Therapeutic Use Exemptions:

According to the World Anti-Doping Agency and the 2010 International Standard for Therapeutic Use Exemptions, there are some substances which require a Declaration of Use. The WTC recommends completing this in two ways:

1. Filing a Declaration of Use directly to your NADO or through your secured ADAMS login The WTC Declaration of Use form can be found - http://www.ironmanusa.com/wtc-declarationofuse.pdf
2. On the Doping Control Official Record at the time of testing should you be selected for Doping Control
   The substances which require a Declaration of Use are listed below:
   1. Albuterol and Salmeterol by inhalation for the treatment of asthma
   2. Inhaled or locally injected glucocorticosteroids (intramuscular use requires a TUE)
   3. Platelet Rich Plasma injections (except intramuscular which requires a TUE).

 

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