2024-09-10 02:40:27
Iran’s Sadegh Bet Sayah won the gold medal in the F41 category event of javelin throw at the Paris Paralympics. His medal was taken away after the event was over. He was disqualified due to improper behavior. In this situation, India’s Navdeep Singh, who finished second and won silver, got the gold medal. Players can be disqualified in many situations in the Olympics or Paralympics. We tell you about 5 such mistakes that athletes should never make.
Take water from official place only
Refreshments and water are provided for the players during the event. Athletes are only allowed to take refreshments or water from the official place. If they take it from any other place and use it, they can be disqualified.
Cannot leave the competition area
No athlete may leave the competition area during the event. Even if athletes are performing in turns, a designated space is set aside for the waiting athlete. If an athlete goes outside of this area, he or she will be disqualified.
Cannot make political gestures
No athlete can make any politically motivated gestures or statements during the Olympics or Paralympics. Political protests are considered rule violations, for which athletes can be disqualified. Apart from this, medals can also be taken back if they are won.
Sponsor logo on the kit
No athlete is allowed to display a personal sponsor’s logo during an Olympic event. Also, an athlete’s name, photo, or performance cannot be used in advertising before or during an event without permission.
Use of communication devices
No athlete in the Paralympics or Olympics is allowed to use any communication device during the event. Apart from mobile, this also includes video recorders and radios. Doing so leads to disqualification.