Just 12 months ahead of the 2018 World Cup in Russia, FIFA opens an investigation of the entire Russian squad from the 2014 World Cup in Brazil. The investigation marks the latest chapter in the ongoing history of Russian doping allegations.

Athletics world records may be erased following recommendations made by European Athletics task force.

In 12 principles, the International Olympic Committee lays out suggestions for a “more robust and independent” anti-doping system.

Governments and sports have too many conflicts of interests to lead the global anti-doping struggle alone. Jens Sejer Andersen proposes to expand the ownership, introduce collective sanctions, increase financing and tone down moralism.

A report by the US Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) questions Athletics coach, Alberto Salazar’s use of prohibited drug substances on US athletes at the Nike Oregon Project.

Russian whistleblower presents allegations that Russian athletics coaches continue to coach professional athletes despite being banned for doping violations.

Those responsible for the Russian doping system must be held accountable, say national anti-doping agency leaders in a joint statement and call for the exclusion of Russian sports organisations from international competitions.

The IAAF Taskforce recommends an extension of the allowance of individual Russian track and field athletes into international competitions. The ongoing suspension of the Russian Athletics Federation (ARAF) however, continues.