The general theory of obligations sources of obligation by Amjad Mansour

The sports law and the principle of Lex Sportiva are among the most important topics related to sports and law in general. The term "sports law" describes the legal system that governs the practice of sports. It is an international, non-governmental law of a constitutional nature that all countries adhere to, such as the Olympic Charter and international anti-doping laws. Therefore, the international dimension of sports is primarily organizational, meaning it includes the set of rules governing the practice of sports at the international and local levels, including the principles and standards established by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and international federations such as the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA), the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF), and the International Basketball Federation (FIBA). As a private contractual system, the term Lex Sportiva in sports law refers to the set of rules and principles that regulate sports relations and govern disputes between different parties in the field of sports, such as players, coaches, clubs, and sports federations. The concept of Lex Sportiva plays a vital role in organizing sports relations and applying laws effectively and swiftly, in addition to the role of the FIFA Court and the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), which is considered the main arm of the International Council of Arbitration for Sport in dispute resolution. CAS is a quasi-judicial body established to resolve sports disputes. Its arbitration procedures are governed by the provisions related to sports arbitration in the statutes of this court, which primarily operate under FIFA regulations and Swiss law. CAS is characterized by speed and effectiveness in resolving sports disputes and primarily relies on the principle of Lex Sportiva in applying sports laws and regulations.