Cape Verde implements Biological Passport and Anti-Doping Management System

The National Anti-Doping Organization of Cape Verde (ONAD-CV) announced the implementation of the Biological Passport and the Anti-Doping Management System (ADAMS) since last Wednesday, 21st, in the city of Praia. These important measures aim to strengthen the fight against doping in Cape Verdean sport.

The Biological Passport will allow the continuous and individual monitoring of the athletes, through hematological and steroidal analysis, detecting possible abnormal alterations that may indicate the use of prohibited substances or doping practices.

In addition, ONAD-CV will adopt ADAMS, an Anti-Doping Management System developed by the World Anti-Doping Agency (AMA-WADA), which will facilitate the recording and processing of information related to the fight against doping, including results of anti-doping analyzes, infractions and sanctions, Biological Passport and therapeutic use authorizations. With the introduction of ADAMS, athletes will be responsible for entering their own location information (whereabouts), simplifying data management and streamlining the control process.

To ensure the successful implementation of these measures, ONAD-CV has the support of a team of specialized technicians from the Anti-Doping Authority of Portugal (ADoP), who will assist in the efficient integration of the Biological Passport and ADAMS in Cape Verde.

These innovations reflect the Government of Cape Verde's commitment to promoting a fair and healthy sporting environment, ensuring that national athletes can compete on equal terms and trust in fair play.