The hearing of Vinesh Phogat case in Paris Olympics has been completed. The decision may come today (9th August) or tomorrow (10th August). CAS had earlier said that the decision on Vinesh’s appeal would be pronounced before the end of the Paris Olympics. The Paris Olympics is to conclude on 11 August. But now the decision on the entire matter can come on 9th or 10th August.
These four arguments were given by Vinesh during the hearing.
1. Vinesh argued that she did not commit any fraud.
2. His weight gain was due to the body’s natural recovery process.
3. It was argued on behalf of Vinesh that taking care of one’s body is the fundamental right of an athlete.
4. It was also argued on behalf of Vinesh that her body weight was less than the prescribed limit on the first day of the competition. The weight increased only due to recovery and is not a case of cheating. It is their fundamental right to provide their body with the necessary nutrients to be healthy.