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    • Arguments challenging the ethical justification of doping bans are examined.
    • The ethical permissibility of performance-enhancing substances and methods in sports is debated.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To determine the conditions under which a doping ban can be ethically justified.
    • To analyze the ethical arguments concerning naturalness, health, equal opportunity, and fairness in sports.

    Main Methods:

    • Systematic review of scientific literature.
    • Application of game theory propositions to analyze ethical arguments.

    Main Results:

    • Athletes prefer situations with no health risks and consent to doping bans if universally enforced.
    • Fairness and health considerations support doping bans, even with minor risks, when all participants adhere to the same conditions.

    Conclusions:

    • An ethical justification for a doping ban is contingent upon its effective and equitable implementation.
    • Doping bans can be ethically justified by prioritizing athlete health and ensuring a level playing field.