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Olympic veteran John Coates stands down as head of sports court citing cancer treatment

John Coates has stepped down as head of the Court of Arbitration for Sport after undergoing chemotherapy treatment for cancer.
Due to his health, Coates stated he could not undertake international travel, as confirmed by the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
Coates, 75, was a prominent figure in the Olympic movement and served on the IOC until last year.
Michael Lenard will serve as interim leader of the court's board.

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