Cheng I-Ching Speaks Through Lawyer, Hopes for Attention to Athlete Human Rights Protection
Taiwanese table tennis player Cheng I-Ching has released a statement through her lawyer, emphasizing the need for everyone to seriously address the issue of 'athlete human rights protection.' As a veteran national team member, she believes she bears responsibility for the rights and interests of younger athletes and all national team members.
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Central News Agency (Taipei, May 4, Reporter Li Chien-chung) - Table tennis player 'Taiwan's No. 1 Sister' Cheng I-Ching released a statement through her lawyer, stating that everyone must seriously address the solemn issue of 'athlete human rights protection,' and that as a senior member of the national team, she bears a responsibility for the rights and interests of younger athletes and all national team members.
'I am table tennis national player Cheng I-Ching,' Cheng I-Ching said in a statement released through her lawyer, 'Having been on the path of professional athletes for 20 years, it is absolutely important to pursue good performance and good results in competitions. But with daily training and competing around the world, I deeply feel and earnestly hope that Taiwan's sports environment can become better, fairer, friendlier, and more equal.'
She said, regarding 'the incident encountered during a recent competition,' she first wanted to thank everyone, as all concerns have been received. However, she emphasized that this incident is not an isolated case and will not only happen in the table tennis world; it is a solemn issue of 'athlete human rights protection' that everyone must face.
Cheng I-Ching stated that in the past, she had kept a low profile, always thinking that her performance could prove everything and what kind of player she was. But after this incident, she deeply felt the importance and necessity of bravely speaking out.
She said that at the time of the incident, she immediately reported it to her coach, who then filed a complaint with the event organizer. The event organizer has already taken preliminary disciplinary action against relevant individuals, which she and her team respect. The association and the sports department will continue to follow up on subsequent handling.
Cheng I-Ching expressed that she wants to convey that, in the face of potential misconduct, in addition to athletes' self-protection awareness, the efforts of associations, relevant units, and the general public are also needed to truly establish and improve a safe and respected sports environment, so that every individual who loves sports can feel at ease and concentrate on their involvement.
Regarding the World Team Table Tennis Championships currently underway in London, UK, Cheng I-Ching said that to avoid affecting her competition performance, she asks everyone to continue to follow the competition and cheer for all participating players. She and her team will continue to withstand the pressure, adjust their condition as soon as possible, fight on the field, and will continue to cooperate with professionals from all walks of life to make more substantive efforts for athlete rights.
In addition, Cheng I-Ching sincerely requested that relevant units and the media, in accordance with personal data and privacy protection laws, temporarily refrain from reporting the details of this case, and not disclose the case or issue unauthorized statements on her behalf to the public. For related legal matters, she and her team have entrusted lawyers to handle them, and if there are any infringements of rights and interests, lawyers will handle them according to law and pursue legal responsibility from the perpetrators and relevant parties. (Edited by Li Ming-tsung) 1150504
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'I am table tennis national player Cheng I-Ching,' Cheng I-Ching said in a statement released through her lawyer, 'Having been on the path of professional athletes for 20 years, it is absolutely important to pursue good performance and good results in competitions. But with daily training and competing around the world, I deeply feel and earnestly hope that Taiwan's sports environment can become better, fairer, friendlier, and more equal.'
She said, regarding 'the incident encountered during a recent competition,' she first wanted to thank everyone, as all concerns have been received. However, she emphasized that this incident is not an isolated case and will not only happen in the table tennis world; it is a solemn issue of 'athlete human rights protection' that everyone must face.
Cheng I-Ching stated that in the past, she had kept a low profile, always thinking that her performance could prove everything and what kind of player she was. But after this incident, she deeply felt the importance and necessity of bravely speaking out.
She said that at the time of the incident, she immediately reported it to her coach, who then filed a complaint with the event organizer. The event organizer has already taken preliminary disciplinary action against relevant individuals, which she and her team respect. The association and the sports department will continue to follow up on subsequent handling.
Cheng I-Ching expressed that she wants to convey that, in the face of potential misconduct, in addition to athletes' self-protection awareness, the efforts of associations, relevant units, and the general public are also needed to truly establish and improve a safe and respected sports environment, so that every individual who loves sports can feel at ease and concentrate on their involvement.
Regarding the World Team Table Tennis Championships currently underway in London, UK, Cheng I-Ching said that to avoid affecting her competition performance, she asks everyone to continue to follow the competition and cheer for all participating players. She and her team will continue to withstand the pressure, adjust their condition as soon as possible, fight on the field, and will continue to cooperate with professionals from all walks of life to make more substantive efforts for athlete rights.
In addition, Cheng I-Ching sincerely requested that relevant units and the media, in accordance with personal data and privacy protection laws, temporarily refrain from reporting the details of this case, and not disclose the case or issue unauthorized statements on her behalf to the public. For related legal matters, she and her team have entrusted lawyers to handle them, and if there are any infringements of rights and interests, lawyers will handle them according to law and pursue legal responsibility from the perpetrators and relevant parties. (Edited by Li Ming-tsung) 1150504
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