Sports Ethics

/ˈspɔrts ˈɛθɪks/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The branch of ethics concerned with the principles and standards governing conduct and fairness in sports and athletic competition under the law.
    Sports ethics addresses issues such as doping, fair play, and the legal responsibilities of athletes.

Forms

  • sports ethics

Commentary

In legal contexts, sports ethics often overlaps with sports law but focuses more on normative standards and moral duties rather than statutory rules.

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