Download or read book Defending athletes, players, clubs and fans written by Daniel Rietiker and published by Council of Europe. This book was released on 2022-10-20 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A key manual for human rights education and litigation in sport, in particular before the European Court of Human Rights. This essential book describes the scope and limits of the European Court of Human Rights’ role in resolving human rights disputes in sport, drawing on its own case law and other jurisdictions, notably the United States. It covers all aspects of the actual and potential application of human rights in sport as they relate to athletes, players, clubs and supporters. All those interested in the link between human rights education, strategic litigation and sport will find in this indispensable handbook the first comprehensive and explained summaries of the Court's case law in this area.