Vinesh Phogat's CAS case lawyer 'disappointed' with verdict, says decision will be challenged

Vidushpat Singhania, one of the lawyers who represented Vinesh Phogat during her joint silver medal hearing at the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), has revealed that the sports tribunal is yet to release the detailed order about their verdict dismissing the Indian wrestler’s appeal.

In a one-line statement , CAS Wednesday dismissed Vinesh’s appeal for a joint silver medal at the Paris Olympics after her disqualification from the 50kg category gold medal match due to being overweight by 100 grams.

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Indian Olympic Association’s (IOA) advocate Singhania, who represented Vinesh along with senior counselor Harsh Salve, said the whole team is disappointed by CAS’ decision and is still looking for the reasons.

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“No detailed order has come yet. Only a single-line order has come so far that her appeal has been dismissed. They have not cited a reason why has it been dismissed or why did they take so much time…We were both surprised and disappointed that a decision came last evening and her appeal was dismissed,” Singhania told ANI.

He added that the CAS verdict would be challenged by the Swiss Federal Tribunal.

“We hope that the detailed order will come in 10-15 days…CAS decision can be appealed against at Swiss Federal Tribunal within 30 days. The 30-day time will begin after a detailed order comes. Harish Salve is with us, he will guide us. We will sit with him, draft an appeal and file it.”

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The IOA in a separate statement also said that they stand in full support of Vinesh and will explore further legal options.

“In light of the order of the CAS, the IOA continues to stand in full support of Ms. Phogat and is exploring further legal options. The IOA is committed to ensuring that Vinesh’s case is heard. It will continue to advocate justice and fairness in sports, ensuring that the rights and dignity of athletes and everyone in the sports fold are upheld at all times,” the body said.