Ethical Dimensions of Sports: Islamic Perspectives on Doping and Anti-Doping

Abstract

Sports represent a universal language that transcends cultural, social, and geographic barriers, serving as a powerful platform for developing both physical and mental capabilities. They foster teamwork, discipline, and resilience while promoting principles of fair competition and mutual respect. However, the pursuit of success in sports often encounters ethical challenges, with doping being one of the most significant. Doping refers to the use of substances or methods to artificially enhance athletic performance, raising complex ethical, moral, and health-related concerns. On one hand, doping undermines fairness by granting athletes an unjust advantage over their competitors. On the other hand, the intense pressure to succeed in a highly competitive and commercialized sporting environment can drive individuals toward such practices (Bayrak, 2023).