Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict Highlights: Wait for silver medal continues, CAS defers verdict till 16 August

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE

That’s all we have for you from our LIVE coverage of the CAS verdict on Vinesh Phogat’s appeal. We will have to wait for three more days to know the verdict, if Vinesh will get the silver medal or not. Until next time, it’s goodbye!

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Vijender Singh reacts to the postponement of the verdict

Boxing icon Vijender Singh is not pleased with the deferment of the Vinesh Phogat case again.

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Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Abhinav Bindra extends support to Vinesh Phogat

Abhinav Bindra, a gold medallist of 2008 Beijing Olympics, has backed Vinesh Phogat in these tough times.

We’ve all felt that frustration when something important gets delayed, and today, many of us are feeling that as we wait for Vinesh Phogat’s CAS judgment. But here’s a thought—this is kind of like what athletes go through every four years, waiting for another shot at Olympic…

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: IOA advocate reacts on case deferment

Vidushpat Singhania, an IOA advocate, speaks on the deferment of the Vinesh Phogat case. “The decision has not come yet, CAS has just informed that they have taken a time extension till 16th August, 6:30 PM (Paris Time). We are also unaware of the reason for this extension. Ad hoc committee of CAS gives its verdict within 24 hours of filing the complaint. We still have hope…” he said.

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Vinesh Phogat's uncle reacts to deferment

“We were waiting for the decision, however, it has been deferred again. We should not get emotional. We are hopeful that the court will give a good decision on August 16,” says Vinesh Phogat’s uncle Mahaveer to news agency PTI.

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Prominent lawyer reacts to deferment of case

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: CAS ad-hoc division confirms deferment

“By application of Article 18 of the CAS Arbitration Rules for the Olympic Games, the President of the CAS Ad Hoc Division extends the time-limit for the Panel to give a decision until 16 August 2024 at 18h00 (Paris time),” the CAS ad-hoc division said in a statement.

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Scheduled media briefing postponed

As a result of the CAS verdict being deferred again, the IOA have confirmed that the scheduled media briefing with IOA president PT Usha and semior lawyer Harish Salve is postponed. “Hence, the scheduled Zoom meeting with IOA President Dr PT Usha and Senior Counsel Mr. Harish Salve has been postponed,” the release added.

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: CAS verdict on Vinesh Phogat deferred again

BREAKING NEWS! The CAS verdict on Vinesh Phogat’s appeal for a joint-silver medal at Paris Olympics has been deferred for a third time, with the new deadline being set as 9.30 pm IST on 16 August. “The CAS ad hoc division president has allowed Hon. Dr Annabelle Bennett, Sole Arbitrator in the Vinesh Phogat vs. United World Wrestling (UWW) and the International Olympic Committee (IOC) matter, an extension until 6-00 p.m. (Paris time) om Friday, August 16, 2024,” said a release by the Indian Olympic Association.

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Higuchi supports Vinesh

Japan’s Rei Higuchi has come out in support of Vinesh Phogat, saying that he understood the Indian wrestler’s pain. “I understand your pain the best. Same 50g. Don’t worry about the voices around you. Life goes on. Rising from setbacks is the most beautiful thing. Take a good rest,” he said.

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Less than 30 minutes to go for CAS verdict

It’s less than 30 minutes to go for the CAS verdict on wrestler Vinesh Phogat’s appeal for a joint-silver medal. A reminder that the Indian Olympic Association and senior lawyer Harish Salve will address the media at 9.30 pm IST, which is the schedule time of the verdict.

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Yui Susaki frustrated at not winning gold

After winning the bronze medal, Japan’s Yui Susaki said that she was frustrated at not being able to win the gold medal in Paris. Vinesh had beaten Susaki in the pre-quarterfinals, but qualified for the bronze medal match once Vinesh was disqualified. “I had the honour of winning the bronze medal at the Paris 2024 Olympics! First of all, thank you so much for all your support. It has really helped me out! I wanted to see my family, teammates, and fans who have fought with me for the past three years to win the gold medal, but I couldn’t do it, and I’m so sorry and frustrated that I committed a betrayal,” she said in a post shared by United World Wrestling.

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Vinesh Phogat's uncle speaks ahead of CAS verdict

“We have been waiting for the verdict for the last 4-5 days, and we are hopeful of the decision coming in our favour. 140 crore Indians are also hoping for a silver medal,” Vinesh Phogat’s uncle Mahavir Phogat told news agency PTI.

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: What did Vinesh eat and drink day before second weigh-in?

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat endured one of the most gruesome heartbreaks on Wednesday (7 August), when she was declared to be overweight by 100 grams on the second day of the weigh-in at the 2024 Paris Olympics. What did Vinesh Phogat eat and drink the day before her second weigh-in? Click here to read.

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: IOA, lawyer Harish Salve to address media

It has now been confirmed that the Indian Olympic Association and senior lawyer Harish Salve will address the media on Tuesday evening. CAS’ verdict on if Vinesh Phogat will get a joint-silver medal or not will likely be announced by 9.30 pm IST.

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Saina Nehwal on Vinesh Phogat controversy

Star shuttler Saina Nehwal opened up on the controversy surrounding Vinesh Phogat. “She is an experienced athlete. Somewhere there has been a mistake on Vinesh’s part too. She should take the blame too. Before such a big match, such a mistake is not right,” she was quoted as saying by NDTV. Click here to read the full story.

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Mohammad Kaif backs Vinesh Phogat

Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif has backed Vinesh Phogat, calling her a “champion” with “great skills and courage”.

India anxiously waits for decision on Vinesh Phogat but for me she's a champion. Medal or not, she showed great skills and courage. Gold se bhi zyada chamak hai Vinesh mein.

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Neeraj Chopra speaks on Vinesh Phogat and CAS hearing

#WATCH | Paris: On Sports Court CAS's hearing of Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat, Olympic Silver medallist, Javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra says "All of us know that if she gets the medal it will be really good. She would have got the medal if such a situation did not arise. If we… pic.twitter.com/TtKWF11Yzk

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Khaps come out in the wrestler's support

Vinesh Phogat has received huge support from khap panchayats in Haryana. A number of them have come out in support of the wrestler and demanded the Bharat Ratna for her.

The khaps (caste-based councils) recently held the ‘Sarv Khap Mahapanchayat’ at Haryana’s Charkhi Dadri and also requested Phogat to reconsider her retirement.

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: A look at Vinesh Phogat's legal team

French lawyers Joelle Monlouis, Estelle Ivanova, Habbine Estelle Kim, and Charles Amson, who have been provided by the Paris Bar and are working pro bono, were the first who helped the wrestler file the application.

Later, the Indian Olympic Association roped in senior advocates Harish Salve and Vidushpat Singhania to help Vinesh make her arguments in the Court of Arbitration for Sports (CAS).

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Will history be made today?

As per media reports, two medals of the same colour have never been offered in wrestling in any event and if Vinesh Phogat is awarded a joint silver by CAS, it will be the first instance of anything like this.

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: IOA statement on delay in verdict

“The ad hoc division of CAS has extended time for the Sole Arbitrator Hon. Dr Annabelle Bennett in the Vinesh Phogat vs. United World Wrestling & the International Olympic Committee matter to give a decision till 6-00 p.m. on August 13, 2024,” IOA had said in a statement.

Let’s hope this comes to an end today.

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Why the delay in verdict?

Initially, CAS said the verdict would be announced before the Games close on August 11. Then, on Saturday (August 10), IOA said that the verdict had been delayed. The shambolic communication aside, it was made clear that the decision would be pronounced before August 13 9:30pm IST.

Why are there delays in hearing and now verdict? As per CAS regulations, the ad-hoc panel is due to deliver a verdict within 24 hours from the conclusion of the hearing. In Vinesh’s case, though, it has breached that time limit.

However CAS regulations also state that in ’exceptional cases’, this time limit may be extended.

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Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Is this the last we've seen of Vinesh Phogat?

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Sourav Ganguly on Vinesh's appeal

Former India cricket captain and BCCI chief Sourav Ganguly believes Vinesh Phogat deserves a silver medal for her efforts at Paris Olympics.

“When you go to the finals, it’s either a gold or silver medal. Whether she was disqualified wrongfully or not, I don’t know, but she deserves the silver medal at least,” he said.

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Vidushpat Singhania on the verdict

Vidushpat Singhania, who was roped in by IOA in the appeal to CAS, is hopeful of a positive outcome.

“We all believe. Yes, the ad-hoc panel of the CAS has a time limit of 24 hours. The fact that they have extended the verdict deadline more than once means they are thinking about his matter seriously. if the Arbitrator madam is thinking about it, it’s good for us,” Vidushpat Singhania told India Today.

“I have fought many cases at the CAS in the past. The success rate at CAS is very low. In this matter, we are asking for a landmark decision from the arbitrator. It’s a little difficult, but let’s hope something big happens,” he added.

“Let’s all pray for Vinesh. Let’s hope she gets a medal. Even if she doesn’t get it, she is a champion,” Singhania said.

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Did UWW not follow their own rules?

As per UWW rules, the person who claims the repechage is the one who loses to the finalists. So, in women’s 50kg freestyle, Yui Susaki was given the chance to fight for the bronze medal in the repechage. As per rules though, since Vinesh was disqualified, she had finished bottom of the standings.

The final took place between Yusneylys Guzman of Cuba, who Vinesh beat in the semi-finals, and Sarah Hildebrandt of the USA. On what basis was Susaki allowed to compete in repechage if Vinesh didn’t reach the final.

Was this loophole exploited by the Indian team when they presented their case against UWW and IOC? We will find out when the detailed verdict is announced

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: What has Jordan Burroughs recommended?

American wrestling champion Jordan Burroughs proposed some immediate rule changes to avoid a repeat of the Vinesh Phogat-like situation.

1.) 1kg second Day Weight Allowance.

2.) Weigh-ins pushed from 8:30 am to 10:30 am.

3.) Forfeit will occur in future finals if the opposing finalist misses weight.

4.) After a semifinal victory, both finalists’ medals are secured even if weight is missed on Day 2. Gold can only be won by a wrestler who makes weight on the second day.

5.) Give Vinesh the Silver medal.

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Sachin Tendulkar on Vinesh Phogat's case

“Every sport has rules and those rules need to be seen in context, maybe even revisited at times. Vinesh Phogat qualified fair and square for the finals. Her disqualification by weight, was before the finals, and hence, for her to be robbed of a deserving silver medal defies logic and sporting sense,” Sachin Tendulkar wrote in a social media post.

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Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: R Ashwin (and rest of India) keeping it's fingers crossed

Fingers crossed 🤞 for Vinesh 🙏 .

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Vinesh Phogat's anguish through it all

Akaash Dasgupta writes: “Many in the international wrestling fraternity have come forward to support Vinesh, with many asking for a rule change, the reality is that the one who is and will be hurting the most is Vinesh herself and this is not something that will hurt for a while and then go away. She will have to find immense inner strength to overcome this heartbreak. This was her third Olympic Games and she is on the threshold of turning 30.”

“Vinesh’s emotional statement on social media that sounded very much like a formal retirement announcement was painful, but not surprising. Some times the resolve to keep fighting hits a dangerously low point. Maybe she will reconsider in some time and decide to return to competitive wrestling.”

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Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Vinesh Phogat's disqualification becomes a political tussle

Vinesh Phogat was on the cusp of sports greatness, preparing for her gold medal bout at the Paris Olympics when news broke that she had been disqualified for being overweight by a mere 100 grammes. The announcement led to heartbreak, outrage and sympathy back in India.

It has also led to a political blame game with members of the opposition alleging that the wrestler was a ‘victim of sports politics’

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Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: PR Sreejesh backs Vinesh Phogat

Now retired India hockey goalkeeper PR Sreejesh on Vinesh Phogat: “She was laughing when I met her at the village, but I know that she was hiding that feeling with that smile. It’s quite hard for any sportsperson,” said Sreejesh during the hockey team’s felicitation at the India House for retaining the Tokyo Olympics bronze medal.

“In spite of everything that happened to her, the way she fought back and showed sportsmanship is a big thing — the way she came back, fought back, and reached the final. It was shocking news for all of us. It was terrible news.

“We are together, and I will pray for her positive result so that we get another silver.”

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Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Sarah Hildebrandt offers support

Sarah Hildebrandt won the gold medal in Vinesh’s 50kg category. She beat Guzman Lopez 3-0 in the championship match in what had been a roller coaster of emotions through the day.

Sympathising with Vinesh, the new Olympic champion said she also employs various strategies to manage her weight for weigh-ins.

“As a big weight cutter myself, yeah, I feel for her,” Hildebrandt said. “She had an amazing day yesterday (Tuesday), did an insane feat and, you know, I don’t think she saw that happening, ending her Olympics like that. So, for sure, my heart goes out to her. I think she’s an amazing competitor, an amazing wrestler and person.”

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: What is the Court of Arbitration for Sport?

As we wait for the verdict, a look at what is the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) and what is their objective

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Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Rei Higuchi offers support to Vinesh Phogat

If there’s one wrestler who can understand what Vinesh Phogat is going through, it probably is Japan’s Rei Higuchi. The 57kg freestyle wrestler was disqualified from the Tokyo Olympics qualifiers after he was found overweight by 50gms. At Paris Olympics, he clinched the gold medal.

In a post on X, Higuchi offered support. “I understand your pain the best. same 50g. Don’t worry about the voices around you. Life goes on. Rising from setbacks is the most beautiful thing. Take a good rest,” he wrote.

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Neeraj asks India to back Vinesh Phogat even if no medal

At the India House, Neeraj Chopra spoke further on his support for Vinesh Phogat, after she had filed an appeal. “All of us know that if she gets the medal it will be really good. She would have got the medal if such a situation did not arise. If we don’t get the medal, people remember us for some time and say we are their champions but if we don’t get the medal they forget us as well…I just want to request people to not forget what Vinesh has done for the county,” Neeraj Chorpa said at the India House.

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Support for Vinesh Phogat

Javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra on Vinesh: “I haven’t spoken to Vinesh yet. But whatever she has done here, woh ek misaal hai (She is an example). To beat Yui Susaki is in itself such a big thing. And after that, whatever she has been through, I don’t understand the rules of wrestling that well. But, she was on her way confidently to gold. But then, this happened. I was having breakfast in the morning when I got to know this. Felt really, really sad,” said Chopra a day after her disqualification

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: What did CAS say on the Vinesh case?

In the only official documentation from the appeal, CAS had said on the case: “An application was filed at the CAS Ad hoc Division at 16:45 CEST on 7 August 2024 by Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat (the Applicant) in relation to the decision taken by United World Wrestling (UWW) to replace her, because of her failed second weigh-in, before the gold medal match of the Women’s Freestyle 50kg competition at the Olympic Games Paris 2024 that was due to commence at 18:15 CEST the same day (the Challenged Decision),” the statement from the CAS read.

“The Applicant initially sought a decision from the CAS Ad hoc Division annulling the Challenged Decision and ordering another weigh-in before the final match as well as a declaration that she be declared eligible and qualified to participate in the final.

“However, she did not request urgent interim measures. The CAS Ad hoc Division procedure is fast, but it was not possible for a decision on the merits to be issued within an hour, bearing in mind that the Respondent UWW would have had to be heard first. The procedure is, however, ongoing and the Applicant has confirmed that she seeks the annulment of the Challenged Decision and that she requests to be awarded a (shared) silver medal.”

“The matter has been referred to the Hon. Dr Annabelle Bennett AC SC (AUS), sitting as a Sole Arbitrator, who will hold a hearing with the parties today. The Sole Arbitrator’s decision is expected to be issued before the end of the Olympic Games.”

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Indian athletes come out in Phogat's support

Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar has called for at least a silver award for Vinesh, alongside Beijing 2008 gold medallist Abhinav Bindra, double Olympic medalist javelin star Neeraj Chopra, and two-time Olympic medallist PR Sreejesh, all have backed Vinesh while recognising her contribution to the sport.

2008 Beijing Olympics bronze medalist boxer Vijender Singh also voiced his support, tweeting, “Bhan @Phogat_Vinesh aap ke sath pehle bhi the ab bhi hai or aage bhi rahenge” (Sister, I was with you before, I am with you now, and I will be with you in the future as well).

Bhan @Phogat_Vinesh aap ke sath pehle bhi the ab bhi hai or aage bhi rahenge 🇮🇳

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Vinesh Phogat gets support from peers

In the aftermath of the disqualification and appeal, Vinesh Phogat has found support from sporting figures worldwide. Among those supporting Vinesh were Japanese Olympic gold medalist Rei Higuchi, who endured a similar disqualification at the Tokyo Olympics three years earlier before ultimately winning gold in Paris, and American wrestling legend Jordan Burroughs, who urged the IOC to award Vinesh a silver medal.

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Does Vinesh Phogat have a case?

The rules are pretty clear in this case. Vinesh Phogat did not meet the weight at the weigh-in on the day of her final. UWW stuck by its rules and disqualified her. For the sporting body, abiding by the rules to the T, at an Olympics no less, is essential

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Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: What have the IOA said on the Vinesh Phogat disqualification

On Sunday evening, IOA president PT Usha said that any attack on the contingent’s medical team, especially Chief Medical Officer Dr. Dinshaw Pardiwala, was unacceptable.

She said in a statement: “The responsibility of weight management of athletes in sport like wrestling, weightlifting, boxing and judo is that of each athlete and his or her coach and NOT that of the IOA-appointed Chief Medical Officer Dr. Dinshaw Pardiwala and his team. The hate directed at the IOA medical team, especially Dr. Pardiwala, is unacceptable and worthy of condemnation.”

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Who formed Vinesh's legal team?

Vinesh Phogat’s legal battle at the CAS features French lawyers Joelle Monlouis, Estelle Ivanova, Habbine Estelle Kim, and Charles Amson, provided by the Paris Bar, and represented her pro bono. Additionally, senior counsels Harish Salve and Vidushpat Singhania have joined forces to bolster her case, by representing IOA as an interested party

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: What IOC said on the disqualification

IOC President Thomas Bach, while expressing empathy for Vinesh’s predicament, questioned where to draw the line regarding granting small concessions.

“I do have some understanding for the wrestler; it’s clearly a human consideration,” Bach remarked on Friday. “Now, the appeal is in front of CAS. We will, in the end, abide by the CAS ruling. But the international wrestling federation must interpret and apply its own rules, which is their responsibility.”

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: What UWW said on the disqualification

UWW chief Nenad Lalovic said: “I am truly sorry for what transpired, but regardless of the country’s size, athletes are athletes. This weigh-in was public, and everyone witnessed it. How can we allow someone to compete when the facts were so clear? We have no option but to comply with our rules.”

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Phogat announces retirement

The day after her heartbreaking disqualification, Vinesh announced her retirement from wrestling, expressing her inability to continue.

“I don’t have any more strength now. Goodbye wrestling 2001-2024,” she wrote on social media

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Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Hours after disqualification, Vinesh approaches CAS

Devastated by the unexpected turn of events, Vinesh Phogat filed an appeal with CAS hours after her disqualification, seeking a joint silver medal alongside Cuba’s Yusneylis Guzman Lopez, who, having lost to Vinesh, was elevated to the final.

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Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Vinesh Phogat's desperate efforts to lose weight

What all did Vinesh Phogat do to cut down the excess weight? She skipped, jogged, attempted to draw out blood, chopped her hair at the weigh-in.

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Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Fact vs fiction

What are the weigh-in rules?

How above the limit was Vinesh?

Could Vinesh Phogat have avoided them and won a silver?

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Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Day 1 - IOC confirm disqualification

IOC confirm the decision to disqualify Vinesh Phogat. Sarah Ann Hildebrandt was going to face Cuba’s Yusneylys Guzmán Lopez, who lost to Vinesh in the semi-finals, in the gold medal bout

Susaki Yui vs Oksana Livach was announced as the bronze medal match.

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Day 1 - what happened

Prime Minister Narendra Modi asks IOA to file ‘strong protest’ in the disqualification case. MPs create uproar in the Lok Sabha. In the afternoon, Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya reveals PM Modi has instructed the IOA, helmed by PT Usha, to take necessary action. WFI, IOA officials meet UWW chief but to no immediate relief

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE: Day 1 - what happened

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat was disqualified from competing for the gold medal bout in women’s 50kg category against the USA’s Sarah Hildebrandt at the Paris Olympics after weighing in at 100 grammes over the limit during the standard morning weigh-in.

Vinesh Phogat CAS verdict LIVE

Hello and welcome to our coverage of Vinesh Phogat’s appeal verdict at the Court of Arbitration for Sport. There have been quite a few delays but it appears that the decision will be announced today after the parties (Vinesh Phogat, UWW, IOA, IOC) were given more time to present their case. It also meant more time for the sole arbitrator to think extra hard in this ‘exceptional case’