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IOC Eases Restrictions on Russian Athletes Ahead of 2028 Olympics Qualifiers
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First reported by Mako · 2 hours ago
What happened
The IOC has eased restrictions on Russian athletes for the 2028 Olympics qualifiers by lifting the suspension on Russia's Olympic Committee but has not yet allowed them to compete under their flag or anthem.
- 01IOC lifts suspension on Russian Olympic Committee imposed in October 2023.
- 02Suspension was due to Russia's inclusion of sports councils from occupied Ukrainian territories.
- 03Eligibility conditions for Russian athletes and teams eased for 2028 Olympics qualifiers.
- 04Russian athletes still cannot compete under their national flag or anthem.
- 05IOC will decide later on allowing Russia to use its symbols in competition.
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