Court of Arbitration for Sport

Qatari Push to Dominate Another Sport, Table Tennis, Draws Scrutiny

A wealthy Qatari businessman’s campaign to lead the sport’s global body is being investigated. One of his critics was detained and interrogated in Doha.

By Hannah Beech

Court of Arbitration for Sport Decisions and Verdicts Doping (Sports) Halep, Simona International Tennis Integrity Agency Steroids Tennis Tests (Drug Use) United States

Halep Gets 4-Year Suspension for Doping Violation

Halep, who tested positive for a banned substance at the U.S. Open in 2022, promised an appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport.

By Matthew Futterman

Court of Arbitration for Sport Free Agents (Sports) International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) Russian Invasion of Ukraine (2022) Shakhtar Donetsk (Soccer Team) Soccer

Shakhtar Donetsk Claims FIFA Rule Is Hurting Teams From Ukraine

A hearing will be held over a rule that allows overseas players to suspend their contracts with Ukrainian teams during the Russian invasion.

By Tariq Panja

Court of Arbitration for Sport Doping (Sports) International Olympic Committee International Relations Olympic Games (2022) Tests (Drug Use) Tygart, Travis Valieva, Kamila (2006- )

With Russia Stalling, Agency Appeals Valieva Case to Sports’ Highest Court

The move by the World Anti-Doping Agency to supersede Russian officials comes amid delays and distrust in how the figure skater’s case is being handled.

By Juliet Macur