Norwegian skier Hans Christer Holund said that Tyumen should lose the right to host the 2021/2022 World Cup final after Russia recognizes the independence of the Donetsk and Luhansk People’s Republics (DPR and LPR). His words leads VG.
“It would be wrong to organize ski races in a country that is preparing for war,” the athlete considered. He expressed the hope that the International Ski Federation will reschedule the competition and not cancel it.
The final stage of the 2021/2022 World Cup season in cross-country skiing is scheduled for the period from 18 to 20 March. The competition program includes men’s and women’s sprints, mass starts and pursuit races.
Polish Deputy Prime Minister Yaroslav Kaczynski, who oversees security issues, has proposed boycotting international sports competitions held in Russia. He considered that this would create problems for the country.
Over the past few months, Kiev and Western countries have been accusing Russia of pulling troops to the borders of Ukraine and preparing a military offensive. Moscow has repeatedly denied the existence of such aggressive plans. According to Russian President Vladimir Putin, NATO’s statements about the impending “invasion” are alarmist.
Source: Lenta
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