Olympic champion Angelina Melnikova believes that the decision on Russian gymnasts going to the Paris Games will be made by the federation. She stated that Sports24.
“I am mentally preparing for the Olympics. Part of my dream is to go to Paris. But I accept the existing realities.
Of course I want to go to the Olympic Games. Whether we go there or not is decided by our federation. I doubt that every athlete has the right to choose. The Federation will take into account all criteria established by the IOC. A collective decision will probably be made later. I don’t know…” said Melnikova.
On November 10, the International Gymnastics Federation (FIG) presented the conditions for the admission of Russians to international tournaments. Russian athletes wishing to participate in competitions under the auspices of the organization will need to send a paid application to the organization; The organization will decide within 30 days whether they will be accepted or not.
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.
Formerly in the State Duma commented The need to send Russians to the Olympics.