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CAS Rejects Israel’s Urgent Bid After Indonesia Bars Team From Gymnastics Worlds

The sports court said FIG lacks authority to override Indonesia’s visa decisions.

Overview

  • Israeli gymnasts, including defending world floor champion Artem Dolgopyat, were denied entry visas and will not compete in Jakarta.
  • CAS rejected requests for provisional measures that sought to guarantee Israeli participation or to relocate or cancel the Oct. 19–25 championships.
  • FIG said it “takes note” of Indonesia’s decision and argued that visa issuance falls outside its competence.
  • The Israel Gymnastics Federation called the outcome a dangerous precedent and said a remaining appeal will not be resolved in time for these worlds.
  • Indonesian officials cited solidarity with Palestinians and concerns over public outrage, reflecting a long record of blocking Israeli delegations for major events.