Svetlana Khorkina, two-time Olympic champion in artistic gymnastics, evaluated the conditions of the International Gymnastics Federation (FIG) for the admission of Russian athletes to international tournaments and pointed out that the competitions should be held in Russia. His words lead the way “Sports Express”.
“I would not go to Paris under these conditions. I will not talk about others. I said before that we are unlikely to agree with everything that is drawn. It is just like looking at the water. But we are waiting for official statements from our federation. I have not had any illusions for a long time,” said Khorkina.
Russian athletes wishing to participate in competitions under the auspices of FIG will need to send a paid application to the organization; The organization will decide whether to allow them within 30 days. In addition, gymnasts and gymnasts should not be among Russia’s security forces, nor should they be seen in public support for military operations. If passed, Russians would be prohibited from displaying any national characteristics.
On October 12, 2023, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced the suspension of the Russian Olympic Committee (ROC) until further notice, following the inclusion of the Olympic Councils of the DPR, LPR, Zaporozhye and Kherson regions in the Russian organization. The IOC also stated that it reserves the right to make a decision at the necessary time on the admission of Russian athletes to the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.
Previously Irina Viner in one sentence answered About the FIG criteria for the admission of Russians.
Source: Gazeta
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