Against Russian athletes imposed new sanctions

Against Russian athletes imposed new sanctions

Russian and Belarusian athletes have been suspended from participation in competitions under the auspices of the European Athletics Association (European Athletics). This was reported on the website of the organization.

The decision also applies to national team officials and staff. It is noted that athletes who are in a neutral status will not be able to take part in the competition.

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Thus, due to the new sanctions, the Russians will miss the European Youth Championships in Athletics, which will be held in Jerusalem, and the European Throwing Cup in Portugal. In addition, athletes will not take part in the European Athletics Championships, which will be held in Munich in August 2022.

On March 1, the World Athletics Association (World Athletics) suspended Russian and Belarusian athletes from international competitions. The organization followed the recommendations of the International Olympic Committee.

Source: Lenta

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