Berdine Castillo, a national athlete involved in the trial against World Athletics vice president Ximena Restrepo for racism and discrimination, has disclosed that an alleged racist comment made by Restrepo was not taken into account during the legal proceedings. According to Castillo, Restrepo allegedly said "Esta negra no tiene que correr" ("This black woman doesn't have to run") in reference to Castillo during the 2023 Pan American Games in Santiago.
Castillo expressed her disagreement with the decision by the National Sports Arbitration Committee (CNAD) to acquit both Restrepo and coach Marcelo Gajardo, who was accused of discriminating against Castillo to remove her from the 4x400 relay team. In response to the acquittal, Castillo has decided to no longer compete in the relay event but will continue participating in her individual 800-meter races.
Why this matters: The revelation of an alleged racist comment by a high-ranking official in World Athletics raises concerns about discrimination within the organization and the fairness of the legal process. The case highlights the ongoing struggle against racism in sports and the importance of addressing such incidents to ensure equal treatment for all athletes.
The trial against Restrepo and Gajardo concluded with their acquittal by the CNAD, despite Castillo's testimony about the alleged racist remark. Castillo stated, "I decided not to run the relay anymore after learning of the acquittal, but I want to continue competing in my individual 800-meter events." The athlete's decision to withdraw from the relay event underscores the impact of the case on her personal and professional life.
Key Takeaways
- Berdine Castillo, a national athlete, accused World Athletics VP Ximena Restrepo of racism.
- Restrepo allegedly made a racist comment about Castillo during the 2023 Pan American Games.
- The National Sports Arbitration Committee acquitted Restrepo and coach Marcelo Gajardo of discrimination.
- Castillo has decided to no longer compete in the relay event but will continue in 800m.
- The case highlights ongoing struggles against racism in sports and the fairness of legal processes.
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Berdine Castillo Reveals Alleged Racist Comment by Ximena Restrepo Not Considered in Discrimination Trial
Athlete Berdine Castillo alleges racist comment by World Athletics VP Ximena Restrepo, but legal proceedings did not consider it, leading Castillo to withdraw from relay event. This case highlights ongoing struggles against discrimination in sports.
Berdine Castillo Reveals Alleged Racist Comment by Ximena Restrepo Not Considered in Discrimination Trial
Berdine Castillo, a national athlete involved in the trial against World Athletics vice president Ximena Restrepo for racism and discrimination, has disclosed that an alleged racist comment made by Restrepo was not taken into account during the legal proceedings. According to Castillo, Restrepo allegedly said "Esta negra no tiene que correr" ("This black woman doesn't have to run") in reference to Castillo during the 2023 Pan American Games in Santiago.
Castillo expressed her disagreement with the decision by the National Sports Arbitration Committee (CNAD) to acquit both Restrepo and coach Marcelo Gajardo, who was accused of discriminating against Castillo to remove her from the 4x400 relay team. In response to the acquittal, Castillo has decided to no longer compete in the relay event but will continue participating in her individual 800-meter races.
Why this matters: The revelation of an alleged racist comment by a high-ranking official in World Athletics raises concerns about discrimination within the organization and the fairness of the legal process. The case highlights the ongoing struggle against racism in sports and the importance of addressing such incidents to ensure equal treatment for all athletes.
The trial against Restrepo and Gajardo concluded with their acquittal by the CNAD, despite Castillo's testimony about the alleged racist remark. Castillo stated, "I decided not to run the relay anymore after learning of the acquittal, but I want to continue competing in my individual 800-meter events." The athlete's decision to withdraw from the relay event underscores the impact of the case on her personal and professional life.
Key Takeaways