Mixed martial arts (MMA) fighter Alexander Emelianenko spoke about the criteria put forward by the International Olympic Committee for the admission of Russian athletes to the 2024 Games in Paris.
In his view, the IOC is being dishonest by restricting the rights of athletes to compete on a national basis.
“I have said repeatedly that sport is non-political. Olympians can put their whole lives on the line to perform in at least one Olympics and not let them compete just because they are Russian – it’s a real nonsense!
They are simply afraid of the Russians, afraid to give them a platform for victories and statements! This is the weakness and cowardice we are unfortunately used to, ”says Emelianenko. “Match TV”.
Recall that the 2024 Olympic Games will be held in the capital of France from July 26 to August 11 next year.
It was reported that Dmitry Vasilyev, who was previously a two-time Olympic champion. He insisted Russian athletes refused to participate in the 2024 Olympics