President of the Russian Ski Racing Federation (FLGR) Elena Vyalbe said that the Russian team will leave Norway, where the World Cup starts on March 3. It is reported by RIA Novosti.
“The international season is over for us. We will participate in domestic competitions, ”said Vyalbe. She also noted that she would agree with the Ministry of Sports on the possible organization of competitions instead of the World Cup.
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Yury Borodavko, head coach of the national team, also spoke about the end of the season for the Russians to NRK. According to him, the team will fly home on March 2.
On March 1, the Norwegian Ski Federation banned Russian athletes from participating in competitions held in the country. At the same time, the International Ski Federation (FIS) allowed the Russians to compete.
Before the end of the season, the skiers had to hold two stages of the World Cup. From 3 to 6 March, competitions will be held in Norway, and from 11 to 13 March, a stage will be held in Sweden.
Source: Lenta
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