Vasiliev about the neutral status for athletes of the Russian Federation: we must start with something
Biathlon Two -time Olympic champion Dmitry Vasiliev spoke about the return of Russian athletes to international tournaments in the status of neutral athletes. His words are given by all -sports.
He called on athletes to agree to these conditions. “If we now rely over the flag, we can not get to the Olympic Games at all,” the former biathlete said.
Vasiliev added that his position consists in the performance of Russians with a flag and anthem. “Another thing is that in the current situation, the return of Russian athletes should start at least with something,” he said.
Two months ago, in December 2024, Vasiliev called a humiliation the receipt of neutral status. “I am against it because athletes represent our country. Self -esteem should be present?! ” He said.
Source: Lenta
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