Sunday , November 24 2024

There cannot be two silver medals in the same category- statement of the President of the International Olympic Committee

Ioc President Thomas Bach On Vin

Vinesh Phogat Olympic Controversy: The Court of Arbitration for Sports on Friday announced that a decision on Vinesh Phogat's case will be taken before the conclusion of the Paris Olympics.

In this case, IOC President Thomas Bach said that there cannot be two silver medals in the same category. The rules of the International Federation have to be followed. Any decision taken by the Court of Arbitration for Sports will be followed.

Let us tell you that Vinesh Phogat was disqualified for the finals in the 50 kg weight category due to being 100 grams overweight. After this, Vinesh appealed against the decision in CAS. Her case is being fought by the country's famous lawyer Harish Salve.