CLEAN : Over 1,000 Russian athletes in institutionalised doping (4/4)

The transcript discusses the perception of state sponsorship in sports, particularly from a Russian perspective, where state sponsorship is seen as involving central government decision-makers. It mentions the disbandment of a group involved in bottle cap removal and issues with false reporting in management systems. The speaker acknowledges the sincerity and willingness to change within the sports community, highlighting the challenges and time required for cultural change. Finally, the transcript touches on the difficulties and costs associated with investigating other countries for similar issues.

How do Russians perceive state sponsorship differently from outsiders?

• They believe it involves international organizations.

• They think it is a community-driven initiative.

• They see it as a decision made by local sports clubs.

• They consider it a decision made by the central government.

What happened to the group involved in the bottle cap removal?

• They were disbanded and replaced.

• They were promoted to a higher position.

• They were given more resources.

• They were relocated to another country.

What steps are being taken to prevent false reporting in management systems?

• Ensuring the accuracy of the recording system.

• Hiring more staff.

• Increasing the number of reports.

• Implementing stricter penalties.

What is a major challenge in changing the culture within sports organizations?

• Too many international regulations.

• Insufficient media coverage.

• Resistance from coaches and trainers.

• Lack of funding.

What is necessary to start investigating other countries?

• Approval from the United Nations.

• A large team of investigators.

• Support from international sports bodies.

• A significant amount of evidence and grounds.