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FIS cancels Seidl's medals: Bronze goes to Japan!
The FIS canceled Seidl's medals due to doping allegations. What consequences does this have for the ÖSV and sport?
FIS cancels Seidl's medals: Bronze goes to Japan!
The International Ski Federation FIS today announced the cancellation of the Austrian skier Seidl's competition results. This affects many of his competitions in the period from October 6, 2016 to February 18, 2017 and from February 19 to April 1, 2019. As a consequence of the decision, Seidl must return all medals and prize money that he won during these periods. The Austrian Ski Association (ÖSV) explains that the bronze medal from the team competition at the 2021 World Cup in Oberstdorf and the bronze medal from the Alpine World Ski Championships in Seefeld are particularly affected. The latter medal is now awarded to Japan.
The FIS has indicated that possible further consequences could follow. While the national anti-doping agency NADA speaks of a suspicion of manipulation in this case, Seidl justifies his abnormal blood values with an immune disorder. This development casts a disturbing light on the integrity of the sport and leaves many questions unanswered regarding Seidl's return to competition. The ÖSV expressed optimism and hoped that the athlete would prove his innocence.
Doping cases in sport
Seidl's case is not the only doping incident to make headlines recently. The Russian figure skater Kamila Waliyeva is currently the focus of the CAS Sports Court, which will hear her doping case from September 26, 2023. Waliyeva tested positive for the doping drug trimetazidine in December 2021. Interestingly, the hearing will take place behind closed doors and Valiyeva will not be present in person, but via video broadcast.
The proceedings are of international importance as the world figure skating association ISU and the World Anti-Doping Agency WADA are demanding a four-year ban against her. The RUSADA Anti-Doping Commission recognized her positive test but did not find Valiyeva guilty, meaning she has not yet received any punishment. The international sports community is following developments with great interest, especially since the doping scandal surrounding the 2022 Olympic Games in Beijing.
Legal situation and doping regulations
In order to better understand the issue surrounding doping offenses, it is important to know the legal framework. The World Anti-Doping Code (WADC) forms the basis for the prosecution and sanctioning of doping violations and has been implemented by the World Anti-Doping Agency WADA since 2004. In Germany, this is implemented by the National Anti-Doping Code (NADC), which has regulated the legal situation since January 1, 2021.
Another example of serious doping cases is the banning of two Olympic athletes. Nishat Rachimov, who won gold in weightlifting in 2016, had to return his medal because of doping violations. A similar fate happened to Russian walker Yelena Lashmanova, whose gold medal from 2012 was annulled. These incidents highlight the strict measures taken against doping offences.
Since December 10, 2015, laws have been in force in Germany that clearly define the punishable use of doping substances and methods. Doping controls, which can also affect underage athletes, are a central element in maintaining integrity in sport. NADA plans and coordinates doping controls in top German sport and ensures that the measures are implemented effectively.
Current developments in the area of doping, such as the cases of Seidl and Walijewa, clearly show that the fight against doping in sport continues to be of great importance. Transparency, integrity and fairness are essential values that must be protected.