Raimo Reinsalu, an Estonian skating coach, had his accreditation for the Milano Cortina Olympics revoked by the Lithuanian Olympic Team, leading him to file a complaint with the International Sports Court (CAS). However, CAS rejected his appeal,Clarifying that the provisional coaching ban was intended as a precautionary measure rather than a disciplinary punishment. They underscored that such a competition ban does not imply a presumption of guilt, but is deemed necessary for the integrity of sports, reflecting the seriousness of the allegations against Reinsalu.

CAS's ruling highlights the responsibilities of sports authorities to ensure ethical conduct and protect the welfare of athletes, especially in light of allegations regarding mental and physical abuse within sporting contexts. The court noted that the continuation of Reinsalu’s participation would pose risks contrary to the ethical code of the governing body. The case now awaits an inquiry from the International Skating Union (ISU) to determine whether the interim ban will become a permanent disciplinary sanction.

Reinsalu was accredited as a coach for Lithuanian figure skater Meda Variakojyte at the upcoming Olympics and also coaches Latvian Olympic team member Fedirs Kulissi. This incident raises critical discussions on the treatment of athletes and the responsibilities of coaches, emphasizing the need for thorough investigations and adherence to ethical standards in sports, amid growing international awareness on athlete welfare and protection.