The UFC has a new anti-doping policy, which came into force at the end of December; Cannabis sativa is removed from the list of prohibited substances
On December 31, 2023, the new policy came into effect anti-doping of UFC, which featured some surprising new features. Among them is the release of Cannabis sativa from the list of prohibited substances. The measure follows the trend of other major sports leagues, such as NBAin North American basketball.
“The objective of UFC for the Anti-Doping Policy is to be the best, most effective and most progressive anti-doping program in all of professional sports.”explained Hunter Campbell, business director of the entity. It is worth mentioning that there is no scientific evidence linking the use of marijuana with an increase in the physical performance of athletes, which reinforces its release.
The UFC is proud of the advancements we have made with our anti-doping program over the past eight years and will continue to maintain an independently administered drug testing program that ensures all UFC athletes are competing under fair and equal circumstances.”
Source: sportbuzz
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