Sport requires people to follow written and unwritten rules to make it fair. It expects people to behave responsibly to ensure respect, fairness and safety. In this way, it promotes social values.
Doping in sport means to take illegal or performance-enhancing drugs. It is a major challenge as it undermines fairness and puts athletes' health at risk.
While there are strict measures to tackle doping in sport, it is the responsibility of every athlete to make sure they are dope-free. Individuals have to take personal responsibility for every substance that enters their body. Ultimately, anti-doping depends on good sportsmanship.
The UK Anti-Doping agency promotes 100% Me. This is about being a true athlete where your performance is due to hard work, determination and talent. 100% Me supports and educates all athletes from beginners to elite performers. It is based on five values.
Many of the UK's top athletes support 100% Me and champion clean sport.