Sportsperson fails to establish any grounds to complain of misconduct report to Lawn Bowling Association for her behaviour at league match. The decision provides a detailed analysis on the scope of defamatory meanings and the application of qualified privilege to matters brought before a sports domestic tribunal. In particular the strict requirements for allegations of malice, (necessary to defeat the privilege) are explained and confirmed.

Paul Carolan acted for the Hong Kong Football Club which was wholly successful in having all the claims dismissed after trial. [2023] HKDC 174