The ad-hoc division of CAS rejected Vinesh’s demand of a shared silver medal after the grappler was disqualified for being 100gm chubby forward of her Olympic last bout.
On CAS dismissing Vinesh’s attraction, the IOA, in an in depth assertion mentioned, they stand in full help of the wrestler and can discover additional authorized choices.
“The operative a part of the August 14 choice, which dismisses Vinesh’s software to be awarded a shared silver medal girls’s 50 kg class on the Paris Olympic Video games 2024, has vital implications for her particularly and the sporting neighborhood at giant, the IOA mentioned in its assertion.
“The marginal discrepancy of a 100 grams and the resultant penalties has profound impression, not solely by way of Vinesh’s profession but in addition raises severe questions on ambiguous guidelines and their interpretation.
“The IOA firmly believes that the overall disqualification of an athlete for such a weight infraction on the second of two days warrants a deeper examination. Our authorized representatives had duly introduced this out of their submissions earlier than the Sole Arbitrator.
“The matter involving Vinesh highlights the stringent and, arguably, inhumane laws that fail to account for the physiological and psychological stresses athletes, notably feminine athletes, bear. It’s a stark reminder of the necessity for extra equitable and cheap requirements that prioritize athletes’ well-being.
“In mild of the order of the CAS, the IOA continues to face in full help of Ms. Phogat and is exploring additional authorized choices. The IOA is dedicated to making sure that Vinesh’s case is heard. It’ll proceed to advocate justice and equity in sports activities, guaranteeing that the rights and dignity of athletes and everybody within the sports activities fold are upheld always.” the IOA launch mentioned.
The rejection of Vinesh’s attraction means India’s tally from the Paris Olympics shall be of six medals which incorporates one silver and 5 bronze.
