What's happened
Italian rower Giacomo Perini was disqualified from the PR1 men's single sculls final at the Paris 2024 Paralympics for allegedly using a mobile phone during the race. Despite finishing third, he lost his bronze medal, which was awarded to Australia's Erik Horrie. Perini plans to appeal the decision.
Why it matters
What the papers say
According to The Independent, Giacomo Perini stated, "They didn’t ‘find’ me simply because I never used the mobile phone on the boat," emphasizing his belief that he did not breach the rules. The Japan Times reported that the Italian rowing Federation plans to appeal the decision to the World Rowing Executive Board after their initial appeal was rejected. The Guardian noted that Erik Horrie was promoted to bronze after Perini's disqualification, highlighting the competitive nature of the event. SBS emphasized Australia's successful day at the Paralympics, with multiple medals won, contrasting Perini's unfortunate situation.
How we got here
Giacomo Perini, a 28-year-old Italian rower, competed in the PR1 men's single sculls final at the Paris 2024 Paralympics. He finished third but was disqualified for using communication equipment, specifically a mobile phone, during the race, which is against the rules.
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