Vinesh Phogat CAS Silver Medal Verdict (SHORTLY) LIVE: Final Verdict To Be Announced Today At 9:30 PM

The Court of Arbitration for Sports will announce its verdict today at 9.30 PM on Vinesh Phogat's appeal against her Paris Olympics 2024 disqualification. Senior advocate Haris Salve is representing her.

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Vinesh Phogat Silver Medal Plea Verdict Live

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Vinesh Phogat CAS Verdict Live: The Court of Arbitration for Sports (CAS) is set to deliver a crucial verdict today regarding Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat’s appeal against her disqualification from the Paris Olympics 2024. Phogat, who had initially won a semi-final match, faced disqualification due to being found overweight. In her appeal, she has requested that the disqualification be overturned and that she be awarded a joint silver medal.

In a significant development, senior advocate Haris Salve has agreed to represent Phogat in her case before the CAS. This legal representation came into effect just days before the critical hearing. The CAS hearing for Phogat's appeal has now concluded, and the final decision is anticipated to be released before the Paris Olympics 2024 officially ends.

The Court of Arbitration for Sports will announce its final verdict on this matter on Saturday, with the decision expected at 6 PM Paris Time, which corresponds to 9:30 PM IST. This ruling will determine whether Phogat’s disqualification will be upheld or if she will be awarded the silver medal she is contending for.

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10 August 2024

20:36 IST

Vinesh Phogat CAS Hearing LIVE UPDATES: IOA Optimistic About Outcome

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) is hopeful for a positive outcome in Vinesh Phogat's case at the Court of Arbitration for Sport. IOA President Dr. PT Usha also expressed gratitude to Senior Advocates Harish Salve and Vidushpat Singhania, as well as the Krida Legal team, for their support in presenting the arguments during the hearing.

20:21 IST

Vinesh Phogat CAS Hearing LIVE: How Will Silver Medal Affect Olympic Ranking? Will India Move Ahead Of Pakistan?

India has currently won six medals at the Olympics, including a silver from javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra. The country also has three bronze medals in shooting and one bronze each in hockey and wrestling. With these results, India is expected to move up at least four places in the rankings, reaching the 65th position.

19:06 IST

Vinesh Phogat Silver Medal Hearing Today: What Happened After the Olympic Semifinal?

Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat won her semifinal match at the Paris Olympics 2024 and secured a silver medal. However, she faced issues with her weight. Although she weighed in just under 50 kg before her semifinal, her weight exceeded 50 kg during the second check. On the day of the final, Phogat was found to be 100 grams over the limit and was disqualified from the match.

19:04 IST

Vinesh Phogat CAS Hearing LIVE: Verdict on Olympic Silver to Be Announced Shortly (9.30 PM)

The Court of Arbitration for Sports (CAS) will reveal its decision on Vinesh Phogat's appeal regarding her Olympics disqualification today at 6 PM Paris time (9:30 PM IST). The CAS is expected to rule on her request for a joint silver medal.

18:08 IST

Vinesh Phogat CAS Hearing LIVE: Updates on Wrestler's Appeal

The CAS hearing for Vinesh Phogat took place in Paris on Friday. The court reviewed her appeal against being disqualified for being 100 grams over the weight limit on the day of her final match. Phogat is requesting a joint silver medal with Lopez, claiming she was within the weight limit during her earlier bouts. She was represented by French lawyers and prominent advocates Harish Salve and Vidushpat Singhania.

17:32 IST

Vinesh Phogat CAS Verdict LIVE: IOA's Statement After the Hearing

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) commented that, since the case is still under review, they can only share that Sole Arbitrator Dr. Annabelle Bennett AC SC from Australia listened to all parties involved—Vinesh Phogat, United World Wrestling, the International Olympic Committee, and the IOA—during a three-hour hearing.

16:38 IST

Vinesh Phogat CAS Hearing Live: What is the Court of Arbitration for Sport?

The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) is an independent body that resolves sports-related disputes through arbitration or mediation. Established in 1984 and based in Switzerland, CAS operates under the International Council of Arbitration for Sport. CAS also has offices in New York City and Sydney and sets up temporary courts in cities hosting the Olympics. For the Paris Olympics, CAS has set up a special division to handle cases during the event. This division is led by President Michael Lenard from the US and is located within the Paris judicial court in the 17th arrondissement.

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