Dick Pound
Dick Pound is a prominent Canadian lawyer and former Olympic swimmer, best known for his role as a key figure in the fight against doping in sports. He served as the first president of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) from its inception in 1999 until 2007, and has been a vocal advocate for clean sports throughout his career. His efforts have made a significant impact on international sports governance, particularly in establishing and enforcing anti-doping regulations. Pound has also been a member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and has held various leadership positions within the sporting world, contributing to discussions on ethics and the integrity of competition.
Born on May 22, 1942 (82 years old)
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Dick Pound commented on the IOC voting process, comparing it to the Vatican conclave.
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Dick Pound is mentioned as one of the co-founders of WADA.
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