CLEAN : Beijing 2022: IOC says reports of doping are 'complete speculation'

The speaker refrains from commenting on a legal case due to its implications and the inappropriateness of doing so at a press conference. They address speculation about a potential doping case, emphasizing that it is merely speculation. The speaker highlights that the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has delegated testing management and sanctioning in doping cases to the International Testing Agency (ITA) and the Court of Arbitration for Sport (Cass) to avoid conflicts of interest.

Why does the speaker refrain from commenting on a legal case during a press conference?

• It is not the right platform for such comments.

• The audience is not interested.

• The speaker is not authorized to speak.

• The speaker lacks sufficient information.

What is the main reason the speaker gives for not commenting on legal cases?

• Lack of expertise.

• Inappropriateness of the setting.

• Uncertainty about the facts.

• Fear of legal repercussions.

What does the speaker say about the potential doping case?

• It is a confirmed case.

• It is under investigation.

• It has been resolved.

• It is complete speculation.

What is the role of ITA and Cass in doping cases according to the speaker?

• They provide legal advice.

• They manage and sanction doping cases.

• They organize press conferences.

• They conduct doping tests.

Why did the IOC delegate responsibilities to ITA and Cass?

• To improve testing accuracy.

• To avoid conflicts of interest.

• To increase transparency.

• To reduce their workload.