Russia’s anti- doping law

President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday signed a law that introduces prison terms for coaches and medical staff who coerce athletes into using banned performanceenhancing drugs.

The law comes into force as Russia is working to clean up its image tarnished by evidence of state- sponsored doping that saw its athletics team and entire Paralympics squad excluded from the Rio Games this summer.

The legislation calls for a one- year jail term for officials who force a minor to dope or resort to violence and threats to make an athlete dope.

The law does not outline any punishments for athletes who are identified as drug cheats, with lawmakers saying further legislation is planned.