“So in terms of the [doping] tests, we’ve conducted over 2,700 tests, and every single player participating in the World Cup has been tested at least once. We are also testing a minimum of four players at every match. All these samples are sent to a WADA-accredited lab in Switzerland, and there have been no anti-doping infringements or violations to date. We believe we have a very comprehensive program in place, and we are satisfied with the process,” Smith told journalists.

The World Cup kicked off in Russia on June 14 and will continue through July 15. The games of the round of 16 start on Saturday.