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Para-shuttlers Challenge Non-Selection for Asian Para Games in Delhi HC
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What Happened?
Chirag Baretha and fellow para-shuttlers have filed a petition in the Delhi High Court against their non-selection for the Asian Para Games, claiming they meet the required criteria.
Key points
- Chirag Baretha is a two-time Asian Games medallist, winning silver in 2023 and bronze in 2018.
- The petition argues that Baretha and Mandeep Kaur were ranked World No. 6 in their category on July 14, 2026.
- Rakesh Pandey, who has a doping ban, is set to compete in men's doubles despite not meeting the selection criteria.
- Vikram, Pandey's partner, expressed dissatisfaction over being entered into the doubles draw without consent.
- The para-shuttlers claim they have followed the guidelines set by the Sports Authority of India.
Key insights
- If the court rules in favor of the para-shuttlers, it may lead to a review of the selection criteria used by sports authorities.
- The controversy highlights potential issues in the transparency of athlete selection processes.
- This situation may prompt other athletes facing similar issues to seek legal recourse.
Why it matters
The outcome of this case could influence future selection processes for para-athletes.
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Chirag Baretha· PersonDelhi High Court· LocationMinistry of Youth Affairs and Sports· OrganizationParalympic Committee of India· OrganizationBadminton Association of India· OrganizationSports Authority of India· OrganizationAsian Para Games· Event
Source
Times of India
