Russia banned from Olympics and major sport events
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Russian Olympic Committee (ROC) president Stanislav Pozdnyakov acknowledged the difficulties, but said there was room for optimism A band pictured…
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Putin makes sports vow despite ‘aggressive’ sanctions
The Russian president said the country would hold sports competitions open to foreign athletes Putin hit out at the sporting…
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Ban on Russia is ‘suicide’ for world sport – minister
Oleg Matytsin noted the number of major international events Russia has successfully hosted in recent years The Russian team pictured…
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Sports federation announces U-turn on Russian ban
The Ju-Jitsu International Federation has indicated it will allow Russians to compete as neutrals Ju-jitsu will see the return of…
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Russia expecting end to two-year WADA ban – anti-doping boss
Sanctions imposed on Russia are due to end in December Russian anti-doping chief Veronika Loginova. © RIA Novosti / Pavel…
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The skaters will appear at domestic tournaments after a suspension from global competitions Fan favorite Elizaveta Tuktamysheva will be among…
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Valieva returns with coded message after Beijing ordeal
The Russian figure skating star drew upon themes from her Olympic scandal in two new performances Valieva performed for Russian…
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Russian Olympic Committee (ROC) president Stanislav Pozdnyakov is working on ensuring participation at the 2024 Paris Games Pozdnyakov was speaking…
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UEFA chief explains Russian Euro 2024 ban
Aleksander Ceferin commented after Russia was deprived of the chance to qualify for the next European Championship Ceferin said the…
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Russian ‘Z’ protest gymnast handed competition boost
Ivan Kuliak will be able to compete at the ‘Spartakiad’ games Kuliak will return to competitive action. © RIA Novosti…