China News Agency, Beijing, February 28 (reporter Gao Kai) in response to the arbitration result of the international sports arbitration court (CAS) on his 8-year ban, Chinese swimmer Sun Yang expressed shock and anger on Weibo on the 28th, I can’t understand! He also said that he had appealed to the Swiss Federal Supreme Court.
On February 28, Beijing time, the international sports arbitration court published the hearing verdict of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) v. Sun Yang and the FINA: Sun Yang lost the case, he was banned for 8 years from now, but Sun Yang could still appeal to the Swiss federal court within 30 days.
Sun Yang said on Weibo, “I have just finished training, and I have always believed in my innocence. I was shocked, angry and unable to understand the verdict of the international sports arbitration court!”
“I obviously cooperated actively in accordance with various regulations of doping control, only because the inspectors were not qualified, they admitted this at that time, so they agreed not to take away blood samples, why is it my mistake?!”
“Considering the problems existing in the international sports arbitration court in the trial of this case, I have entrusted a lawyer to appeal to the Swiss Federal Supreme Court according to law. Let more people know the truth.”
“I firmly believe in my innocence! Firmly believe that the truth must overcome lies!”
“Thank you again for your support and help! Thanks to the concern of the State General Administration of Sports, China Swimming Association and leaders at all levels, and to the support of sports enthusiasts at home and abroad! I will fight to the end to defend my legitimate rights and interests!”
As for the arbitration result of the ban, China Swimming Association issued a statement at the first time, saying that it was deeply regretful and would support Sun Yang to safeguard rights and interests. (Finished)