La International Padel Federation is now a signatory to the World Anti-Doping Code. The FIP and the World Anti-Doping Agency have confirmed that this symbolic commitment has been fulfilled. The FIP thus joins around one hundred other International Federations.
« It's about a a historic step for our Federation and for the global padel communitysaid Luigi Carraro, president of the FIP. The journey that led us to become a signatory of the WADA Code required considerable commitment, discipline, and perseverance. Today, we are proud to place padel alongside the most respected sports in the world in the fight for clean sport, by ensuring that our athletes compete in a fair, transparent and trustworthy environment. »
The FIP adds that this commitment represents " a decisive step towards increased international recognition ", while she hopes that her sport will be included in the Olympic program at Brisbane 2032.
