Rotenberg explained the increased chances of the Russian national team to participate in the Olympics-2026

Rotenberg: Russia’s chances of participating in OI-2026 increased with the advent of Trump

The head coach of the St. Petersburg SKA Roman Rotenberg explained why the chances of the Russian national team to participate in the 2026 Olympic Games in Italy increased. His words are given by Match TV.

The specialist said that the reason was the coming to power in the USA Donald Trump. “We said that the truth will triumph. So it should be. After all, power is in truth, ”he considered.

Earlier, the Olympic champion in speed skating, State Duma deputy Svetlana Zhurova spoke about the influence of negotiations between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Trump on Russian sport. She stated that it was worth expecting a quick lifting of sanctions from Russian sports.

Since the end of February 2022, most Russian athletes have been suspended from international tournaments on the recommendation of the International Olympic Committee. Some athletes got the opportunity to perform on the world arena in neutral status, some of the Russians changed citizenship and represents other countries.

Source: Lenta

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