The World Darts Federation (WDF) has been working hard over the past several years to have the sport of darts recognized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC).  To be recognized by the IOC, a sport must first be recognized by SportAccord.  A few years ago, the WDF was successful in being recognized by SportAccord.  The WDF is to darts what FIFA is to soccer and FIBA is to basketball.  The WDF is currently applying for recognition from the IOC for the sport of Darts, and one of the many criteria for recognition is compliance with the rules of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). In order to meet this requirement, random drug testing must be done at a number of WDF tournaments each year.

As most of you that attended the WDF ranked Las Vegas Open know, members from the United States Anti Doping Agency (USADA) were in attendance. 3 male players and 1 female player were selected randomly to do the drug testing.  Please note that this can happen at any WDF ranked event in any country and players will not be notified in advance.

For full information on the WDF anti-doping rules, visit the WDF website at:
http://www.dartswdf.com/anti-doping/

Regards,
David Hascup
ADO Communications Director

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