International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Thomas Bach commented on the information that some countries will boycott the 2024 Olympics if athletes from Russia and Belarus participate. Transmits words Reuters.
“The participation of Russians and Belarusians in the 2024 Olympic Games has not even been specifically discussed yet. Therefore, letters from the Ukrainian NOC to colleagues from other committees are perceived extremely sadly. Each NOC is responsible for upholding the fundamental principles of the Olympic Charter. The boycott spoils it. Bach said that the possible admission of Russian and Belarusian athletes to the Olympics is based on the UN resolution to combat discrimination in the Olympic movement.
On January 25, the International Olympic Committee announced that it is considering the possibility of allowing Russian athletes who do not support the conduct of a special operation on the territory of Ukraine to participate in international competitions with a neutral status.
Former French President Emmanuel Macron declarationIt is reported that the International Olympic Committee will make the decision on the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes in the 2024 Olympic Games to be held in Paris in the summer months.