The Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) released its annual report on Monday, showing an escalation in its work. The body handled 100 international-level cases in 2024, with a key focus on the Olympic Games—97% of finalists underwent pre-competition testing.
In this pivotal Olympic year, the AIU maintained high vigilance: it imposed sanctions on high-profile cases, rolled out protective measures, and stuck to an athlete-centered direct education strategy. Despite high expenses and a financial deficit, the unit remained committed to its integrity mission, ensuring all efforts effectively boosted global track and field’s credibility.
Financial figures tell the story. The report revealed the AIU’s total expenditure in 2024 stood at $11.9 million (approximately €10.3 million), while revenue was only $3.8 million (around €3.3 million), resulting in a deficit of $8 million (about €6.9 million). The main areas of spending were anti-doping testing ($4.5 million/€3.9 million) and personnel costs ($4.6 million/€3.9 million).
The AIU’s funding comes from labeled road running events, the World Marathon Majors, and enterprises such as Adidas, Nike, and Asics. Despite the financial gap, its expanded efforts in 2024 underscore a firm commitment to upholding clean sport—critical for preserving trust in athletics at the highest level.
