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Not a good sign for Russia if even the IOC bans you! See: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2022/feb/28/ioc-ban-russia-and-belarus-fifa-uefa
The International Olympic Committee has recommended that Russian and Belarusian athletes be prevented from competing in international events, paving the way for a complete ban on Russian involvement in global sport.
The news came as further countries – including Wales and Scotland – said they would not compete against Russia in football internationals, and Uefa and Fifa were expected to take further action by the close of the day.
https://www.theguardian.com/footbal...sia-can-continue-bid-to-qualify-for-world-cup
In a lengthy declaration on Monday afternoon, which is expected to set in place a domino effect among other sporting organisations, the IOC said it was acting with “a heavy heart” as it called for a ban on both Russian and Belarusian athletes and officials.
“In order to protect the integrity of global sports competitions and for the safety of all the participants,” the statement said, “the IOC executive board recommends that international sports federations and sports event organisers not invite or allow the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes and officials in international competitions.”
The International Olympic Committee has recommended that Russian and Belarusian athletes be prevented from competing in international events, paving the way for a complete ban on Russian involvement in global sport.
The news came as further countries – including Wales and Scotland – said they would not compete against Russia in football internationals, and Uefa and Fifa were expected to take further action by the close of the day.
https://www.theguardian.com/footbal...sia-can-continue-bid-to-qualify-for-world-cup
In a lengthy declaration on Monday afternoon, which is expected to set in place a domino effect among other sporting organisations, the IOC said it was acting with “a heavy heart” as it called for a ban on both Russian and Belarusian athletes and officials.
“In order to protect the integrity of global sports competitions and for the safety of all the participants,” the statement said, “the IOC executive board recommends that international sports federations and sports event organisers not invite or allow the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes and officials in international competitions.”