The International Gymnastics Federation allowed the Russians to the tournaments in a neutral status
The International Gymnastics Federation (FIG) has decided to allow the Russians to compete in a neutral status. This was reported on the website of the organization.
Gymnasts will be able to take part in competitions that will take place after January 1, 2024. In order to compete in tournaments, athletes must submit an individual entry and be approved by the FIG. At the same time, the process should take place without the participation and communication with the Russian Federation or the Republic of Belarus, national federations or national Olympic committees of the two countries.
Previously, the FIG extended several times the suspension of Russian and Belarusian athletes from international competitions. Gymnasts have not taken part in tournaments since March 2022.
On March 28, the International Olympic Committee recommended that Belarusians and Russians who did not support the special operation in Ukraine be allowed to compete in a neutral status. At the same time, athletes from Russia and Belarus associated with the armed forces or security agencies of their countries are recommended to be suspended from participation in the starts.
Source: Lenta
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