Russian Skater Valieva's Doping Case Returns to Court Amid Calls for Transparency and Reform
- Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva's doping case is being heard at the Court of Arbitration for Sport after 19 months of delay.
- Valieva tested positive for a banned heart medication at the 2022 Beijing Olympics when she was 15 years old.
- The outcome could impact medal results, with the U.S. team potentially being upgraded to gold in the team event.
- The closed-door hearing faces criticism, while athletes call for transparency and reform in the global anti-doping system.
- The case highlights issues with Russia's anti-doping practices and the protection of minors in high-performance sports.