Sporting News · Feb 10, 2016
Nestle cuts ties to track and field group after doping, corruption issues
Nestle has ended its association with the world's governing body for track and field a year ahead of schedule. The move comes amid fears that links with the corruption-plagued organization would lead to negative publicity.
The Swiss-based food and beverage company has sponsored the IAAF's Kids Athletics program since 2012.
Nestle followed apparel maker adidas' lead in cutting ties with the International Association of Athletics Federations, or IAAF, which has been accused of covering up doping in its sports.
The decision comes, according to a Nestle statement, "with immediate effect."