DUBAI: FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem says the backing of the influential Paris Basketball Foundation for the United Against Online Abuse campaign has provided another boost in the global fight against digital harm in sport.

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The Paris Basketball Foundation supports projects linked to sport, education, health and mental health, and environment and solidarity, making them a natural partner for the UAOA coalition.

Ben Sulayem, the UAOA founder, said: “Sport has the power to unite, inspire and shape values. To preserve that integrity, we must eliminate online abuse and ensure that respect remains at the heart of every competition.

“Through the United Against Online Abuse coalition, we are building a global movement to shield athletes, officials, volunteers and fans from digital harm, and to champion mental health across every sport. I applaud Paris Basketball and its foundation for standing with us to safeguard respect, inclusion and fairness both on and off the court.”