It’s all to play for as Richard Marshall & Oliver Cooke run through an (almost) A to Z of sports law
Agents
Arguably the most powerful individuals in many sports, other than the players themselves, agents should obtain and maintain the appropriate registrations and licences.
Bosman
This European Court of Justice decision applying Art 45 (freedom of movement for workers) led to a new era of player power in football.
CAS
The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has rapidly gained profile as arbitration has become the default choice for sports-related disputes. Not all plain sailing—see its recent ruling re female athletes’ testosterone levels.
DRC
The Dispute Resolution Chamber (DRC) is FIFA’s mechanism for dealing with disputes arising covered by the Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players.
E-sports
Could the next generation of superstar athlete be found sitting behind a desk? Will the rapid growth in fan engagement also lead to increased regulation?
Formula E
The new, green, alternative to Formula 1, allowing manufacturers to keep ahead of potential
.tmb-mov69x69.jpg?sfvrsn=1da8eda2_1)
