British Olympic Association statement:
Bill Sweeney, CEO, said: "The BOA supports any measure that ensures clean athletes can have peace of mind when they go to the start line and that they compete equal to all others. The measures taken by the IAAF and supported by the IOC are both necessary and strong. In making these difficult decisions anyone that is doping, or is considering it, should take note - you will be caught and sanctioned.
"It is important that between now and the start of competition in Rio the whole of sport demonstrates its backing both for the anti-doping authorities and the advancement of clean sport education throughout the world."
BOA Athletes' Commission statement:
Ben Hawes, Chair of the BOA Athletes' Commission, said: "British athletes unanimously supported a widening of the investigation into doping both in Russia and beyond, as well as the re-testing of samples collected from previous Olympic Games.
"However, whilst retrospective action is welcome, too many athletes have lost their moments of glory due to those that chose to dope. This is why the IAAF decision is bold and timely.
"We believe there must now be a renewed proactive approach to rooting out those who are doping whilst handing out appropriate and meaningful sanctions.
"The athlete community has a duty to stand up and call out those who continue to cheat the system."
About the BOA
The British Olympic Association (BOA) is the National Olympic Committee for Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Its mission is to develop, promote and protect the Olympic Movement in our territory in accordance with the Olympic Charter. The BOA achieves this through:
Working in partnership with our members and key stakeholders to deliver world-leading services and support to enable British athletes to reach their full potential at the Olympic Games, Olympic Winter Games and other IOC-sanctioned events
Working in partnership with our members and key stakeholders to provide athletes with relevant support on the journey to, during and following their Olympic careers
Engaging people throughout the United Kingdom to pursue their very own goals and dreams through the Olympic Values and the example of Team GB Olympians
Being the independent voice of Olympic Sport and collaborating with our members and other sport stakeholders, both domestically and internationally, to support the continued growth and overall health of the Olympic Movement in the UK
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