Team GB skeleton helmet appeal dismissed by Cas
Summary
Team GB's skeleton team cannot use their new helmets at the Winter Olympics because they don't meet the sport's shape rules. The Court of Arbitration for Sport (Cas) upheld a decision that the helmets, designed for better aerodynamics, are not allowed. The team will use their old helmets instead.Key Facts
- Team GB's skeleton helmets were rejected because they don't meet shape rules set by the International Bobsleigh and Skeleton Federation (IBSF).
- The British team appealed the ban to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (Cas), but the appeal was dismissed.
- The helmets were designed to improve aerodynamics, which could help athletes slide faster.
- The helmets have a protruding back, making them different from standard helmet shapes.
- Team GB will use their previous helmets, which they have won medals with in the past.
- The British team remains optimistic about winning medals despite the helmet issue.
- Olympic events for skeleton start with men's on February 12, women's on February 13, and the team event on February 15.
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