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Athletes Section

Welcome to your very own section of our website. In this section you can gather the latest information and news related to banned substances and learn about what your rights and responsibilities are with regards to the anti-doping programme.

ulmerbutton.gifSarah Ulmer has a chat with Drug Free Sport NZ


We were lucky to catch up with Sarah Ulmer recently and to have a chat with her. Sarah is an athlete representative for WADA and has some great things to say with regards to the issues that are associated with doping in sport. Click on her image and read the interview for yourself.

Recent News

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Friday - July 3rd 2009

Hempel to start Ironman despite doping allegations

A court has ruled that Austrian triathlete Hannes Hempel, who was excluded from the Ironman Austria triathlon amid doping allegations, Read more...
Friday - July 3rd 2009

Greek medal winners fail doping tests

Two Greek weightlifters have failed doping tests at the Mediterranean Games in Pescara, the Greek Weightlifting Federation (EOAB) said on Wednesday. Read more...
Thursday - July 2nd 2009

Whitaker suspended after horse fails drug test

Four-time Olympic show jumper Michael Whitaker has been suspended after his horse failed a drug test.  Read more...

Events

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Friday - August 22nd 2008

DFSNZ and Youthtown - United by the Pledge

Youthtown and Drug Free Sport NZ are joining forces to create a ‘Pure Playing Field Nation’.
Tuesday - July 8th 2008

Divers enjoy athlete outreach.

Drug Free Sport NZ and Diving New Zealand provided opportunity for young athletes to be educated about anti-doping issues at the Diving NZ Nationals hosted at the Wellington Regional Aquatic Centre late last week.
Monday - June 23rd 2008

Pharmex 08 Event a success.

Drug Free Sport NZ and the Pharmacy Guild have initiated a strong relationship in an effort to reinforce athlete support in New Zealand. The relationship has kicked off with Drug Free Sport NZ providing an information stand at Pharmex 08 in Auckland.