ECHR Rules for Semenya in Swiss Court Case

The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) Grand Chamber ruled that Caster Semenya's right to a fair hearing was violated by the Swiss Supreme Court when it upheld World Athletics regulations requiring female athletes with differences in sexual development (DSDs) to lower their testosterone levels to compete. As a result, Semenya's case returns to the Swiss courts for reconsideration, but the ECHR did not overturn the rules or reinstate her eligibility without medication. These regulations have barred Semenya from her preferred 800m event since 2018 and remain influential in shaping global sports policy. The judgment is a symbolic victory for Semenya, potentially paving the way for future legal challenges but offering no immediate change to current eligibility standards. Semenya, legally recognized as female, asserts that the rules unfairly discriminate against DSD athletes. The ruling reignites debate on fairness, inclusion, and human rights in women's sports worldwide.