Russian Olympic Committee (ROC) President Stanislav Pozdnyakov does not believe that a fair decision will be made in the doping case of Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva. stated that RIA News.
“I have already said this: the sports justice system is currently experiencing negative changes. From my point of view, we have less to rely on in the fairness of sports arbitration,” Pozdnyakov said.
A doping scandal broke out around Kamila Valieva during the 2022 Olympics. A banned substance was found in the sample taken by the athlete in December 2021. They wanted to disqualify him from participating in the Games. Literally a day before the start of the women’s individual competition, it was decided to admit her to the tournament.
He did not win a medal in the individual tournament, but took first place in the team championship. In case of a positive decision, the Russian team could lose its team tournament medal. The case is currently being heard by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS).
Previously Bestemyanova appreciated Valieva’s new programs.