Enhanced Games, an organization that has promised not to conduct drug testing on its athletes, has filed a landmark $800 million antitrust lawsuit against its detractors. The lawsuit accuses critics of orchestrating an illegal campaign to have athletes boycott their event, which the company claims is an attempt to stifle competition and harm its business interests. The filing comes amid growing scrutiny of the organization’s operations and its stance on drug testing in sports.
The lawsuit, which has been filed in a federal court, alleges that the critics have engaged in a coordinated effort to undermine Enhanced Games’ credibility and influence, citing alleged violations of antitrust laws. The company has not disclosed the identities of the named defendants, but it has accused them of engaging in a ‘concerted action’ to prevent athletes from participating in its events. This legal move is seen as a significant escalation in the ongoing dispute, with potential implications for the sports and legal industries.