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Vinesh Phogat disqualified: Vinesh Phogat was heartbreakingly disqualified ahead of her gold medal bout on Thursday because she was deemed to have missed the weight cut. The wrestler, who was on the cusp of being the first ever Indian woman wrestler to play in an Olympics final, was not even considered eligible to win any medal.
Vinesh Phogat was found to be around 100 grams over the permissible weight before the gold medal bout, even though she had made weight on the first day of her bouts.
Even though Vinesh has announced her retirement, the Indian Olympic Association has knocked on the doors of the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) to intervene.
But what is the Court of Arbitration for Sport? We explain:
Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS): The Supreme Court of Sports
The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) is the highest international tribunal
dedicated to resolving disputes related to sports. Established in 1984, the CAS is independent of any sports organization and operates under the authority of the International Council of Arbitration for Sport (ICAS).
Headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland, with additional courts in New York City and Sydney, the CAS handles a wide range of sports-related disputes, including those involving athletes, coaches, sports organizations, and sponsors. With a panel of nearly 300 arbitrators from around the world, the CAS provides expert adjudication in complex legal matters within the sports industry.
The court’s role is crucial in maintaining fairness, integrity, and transparency in sports. By offering a neutral and impartial platform for dispute resolution, the CAS helps to protect the rights of all parties involved and contributes to the overall development of the sports world.
What does the CAS do?
CAS rulings carry the same legal weight as decisions made by traditional courts, emphasizing the binding nature of its rulings. In addition to arbitration, the CAS offers mediation services as an alternative dispute resolution mechanism.
To accommodate the unique demands of major sporting events, such as the Olympic and Commonwealth Games, the CAS establishes temporary tribunals with tailored procedural rules. This approach ensures efficient and effective dispute resolution within the specific context of these competitions.
What kinds of dispute can be submitted to the CAS?
Cases submitted to the CAS can encompass both commercial and disciplinary matters. Commercial disputes often involve contracts related to sponsorship, broadcasting rights, or athlete endorsements. Disciplinary cases typically arise from violations of anti-doping rules, match-fixing, or other breaches of conduct.
Who can refer a case to the CAS?
A wide range of parties can initiate proceedings before the CAS, including athletes, sports organizations, event organizers, and commercial entities.
