World Anti-Doping Code International Standard Prohibited List 2026.

04 Jul 2026

The Medical & Anti-Doping Committee of the Asian Shooting Confederation wishes to inform all
affiliated National Shooting Federations and Associations that the World Anti-Doping Agency
(WADA) has published the 2026 Prohibited List, which comes into effect on 1 January 2026.

All member federations are requested to circulate this information among athletes, coaches,
team physicians, physiotherapists, support personnel, and administrators to ensure complete
awareness and compliance with the latest anti-doping regulations.

Purpose of this Circular

The objective of this communication is to:
● Inform all stakeholders about the implementation of the WADA 2026 Prohibited List.
● Reinforce athletes' responsibilities under the World Anti-Doping Code.
● Educate athletes regarding prohibited substances and methods both in-competition and
out-of-competition.
● Promote clean sport and protect the integrity of shooting across Asia.

Anti-Doping Rule Violations (ADRVs)

Every athlete and athlete support personnel should be familiar with Anti-Doping Rule Violations,
which include:

1. Presence of a prohibited substance or its metabolites in an athlete's sample.
2. Use or attempted use of a prohibited substance or prohibited method.
3. Evading, refusing, or failing to submit to sample collection.
4. Failure to provide accurate whereabouts information (Registered Testing Pool athletes).
5. Tampering or attempted tampering with any part of the doping control process.
6. Possession of prohibited substances or prohibited methods.
7. Trafficking or attempted trafficking of prohibited substances.
8. Administration or attempted administration of prohibited substances or methods.
9. Complicity in any anti-doping rule violation.
10. Prohibited association with individuals serving doping sanctions.
11. Acts intended to discourage or retaliate against whistleblowers reporting doping violations.

Athlete Responsibilities

Every athlete is personally responsible for everything that enters his or her body. Athletes
should:
● Carefully review the WADA 2026 Prohibited List.
● Verify every medication before use.
● Consult qualified sports physicians or anti-doping officials before taking any prescription
or over-the-counter medicine.
● Exercise caution when using nutritional supplements, as contamination may occur.
● Apply for a Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE) whenever medically indicated before
using prohibited medications.
● Cooperate fully with doping control officers during testing.
● Keep accurate medical records and prescriptions.

In-Competition Prohibited Substances
Athletes should be aware that certain substances are prohibited only during competition,
including:
● Stimulants
● Narcotics
● Cannabinoids
● Glucocorticoids (certain routes of administration)

Athletes must avoid these substances unless permitted through an approved Therapeutic Use
Exemption.

Out-of-Competition Prohibited Substances

Some substances and methods remain prohibited at all times, including:
● Anabolic agents
● Peptide hormones and growth factors
● Hormone and metabolic modulators
● Diuretics and masking agents
● Blood manipulation
● Gene and cell doping

These substances are prohibited regardless of whether an athlete is competing.

Special Advisory for Asian Shooters
Competitive shooting requires exceptional concentration, precision, physical stability, and
mental control. Athletes should be particularly cautious regarding:

• Cold and flu medications containing prohibited stimulants.
• Pain medications and corticosteroid injections.
• Asthma medications requiring appropriate approval where applicable.
• Weight-loss products.
• Herbal preparations and dietary supplements with unknown ingredients.
• Energy boosters and pre-workout supplements.
• Traditional medicines that may contain undeclared prohibited substances.
  No medication or supplement should be consumed without proper medical consultation and
  verification.

Responsibilities of Athlete Support Personnel
Coaches, team doctors, physiotherapists, nutritionists, and officials are expected to:

• Promote clean sport principles.
• Ensure athletes receive evidence-based medical advice.
• Avoid recommending unverified supplements.
• Assist athletes in understanding anti-doping responsibilities.
• Encourage immediate reporting of suspected anti-doping issues.
• Participate in continuous anti-doping education.

Recommendations to Member Federations
All affiliated federations are requested to:

• Conduct regular anti-doping education sessions.
• Distribute the WADA 2026 Prohibited List to all athletes and officials.
• Encourage completion of anti-doping education programs.
• Establish communication with their respective National Anti-Doping Organizations.
• Ensure all athletes understand the principle of Strict Liability.

Conclusion
The Asian Shooting Confederation remains fully committed to protecting clean sport, athlete
health, fairness, and the integrity of shooting throughout Asia.

All affiliated federations are requested to circulate this advisory immediately and ensure that
every athlete, coach, and member of athlete support personnel is fully informed of the 2026
WADA Prohibited List and their responsibilities under the World Anti-Doping Code.

Together, let us continue to uphold the values of fair play, integrity, respect, and excellence in
the sport of shooting.

Dr. Asad Abbas Shah
Chairperson, Medical & Anti-Doping Committee
Asian Shooting Confederation