At the FIP General Assembly held on 15 September 2003 in Chantilly, France, FIP accepted the World Anti-Doping Code (the "Code").  These Anti-Doping Rules are adopted and implemented in conformance with FIP's responsibilities under the Code, and are in furtherance of FIP's continuing efforts to eradicate doping in the sport of polo.

Anti-Doping Rules, like Competition rules, are sport rules governing the conditions under which sport is played.  Athletes accept these rules as a condition of participation.  Anti-Doping Rules are not intended to be subject to or limited by the requirements and legal standards applicable to criminal proceedings or employment matters.  The policies and minimum standards set forth in the Code and implemented in these Anti-Doping Rules represent the consensus of a broad spectrum of stakeholders with an interest in fair sport and should be respected by all courts and adjudicating bodies.