Vinesh Phogat’s Olympic Journey: A Timeline of Events
Vinesh Phogat, the Indian wrestler, has been making headlines for her fight to win an Olympic medal. Her journey has been filled with ups and downs, including her disqualification from the women’s 50kg final and her subsequent appeal to the Court of Arbitration of Sport (CAS). Here’s a timeline of events that have led up to the final verdict, which will be announced on August 16 at 9:30pm IST.
August 3, 2021: Vinesh Phogat Disqualified from Women’s 50kg Final
Vinesh Phogat was disqualified from the women’s 50kg final at the Tokyo Olympics after she suffered an injury during her quarterfinal match against Vanesa Kaladzinskaya of Belarus. She was leading the match 1-0 when she hurt her knee and had to be carried off the mat on a stretcher.
August 4, 2021: Vinesh Phogat Appeals to the Court of Arbitration of Sport (CAS)
Vinesh Phogat appealed to the Court of Arbitration of Sport (CAS) after her disqualification from the women’s 50kg final. She argued that the referee had made an error in disqualifying her and that she should be allowed to compete in the final.
August 5, 2021: CAS Seeks Extension to Announce Final Verdict
The Court of Arbitration of Sport (CAS) sought a further extension of three days to announce its final verdict in Vinesh Phogat’s case. The verdict was originally scheduled to be announced on August 6, but the CAS requested more time to review the evidence and make a decision.
August 9, 2021: Vinesh Phogat’s Case Heard by CAS
Vinesh Phogat’s case was heard by the Court of Arbitration of Sport (CAS) on August 9. She was represented by a group of pro bono French lawyers, while the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) was represented by Harish Salve and Vidushpat Singhania.
August 16, 2021: Final Verdict to be Announced
The Court of Arbitration of Sport (CAS) will announce its final verdict in Vinesh Phogat’s case on August 16 at 9:30pm IST. The verdict will determine whether or not she will be awarded a medal for her performance in the women’s 50kg wrestling event at the Tokyo Olympics.
In conclusion, Vinesh Phogat’s journey to win an Olympic medal has been a rollercoaster ride. Her disqualification from the women’s 50kg final and subsequent appeal to the Court of Arbitration of Sport (CAS) have kept the world on the edge of their seats. We eagerly await the final verdict, which will be announced on August 16 at 9:30pm IST.
