World Archery just reinstated Russia’s flag and anthem, despite its killing more than 760 Ukrainian athletes and coaches since 2022
World Archery lifted restrictions on Russian athletes, letting them compete under their flag and anthem.
The World Archery Federation has decided to reintegrate Russia into its competitions, allowing Russian athletes to compete under their national flag and anthem. This decision comes despite Russia's ongoing killing of Ukrainian athletes and coaches, with over 760 killed since the beginning of the full-scale war. The World Archery Federation's Executive Board reviewed the International Olympic Committee's ruling, which confirmed that earlier restrictions on Russian athletes were no longer necessary.
Russia can now compete in events such as the Archery World Cup and World Championships, and the federation has stated that participation is subject to standard eligibility, anti-doping, host-country, and visa requirements. Ukraine views this reinstatement as a form of sportswashing, a tactic used by Russia to spread disinformation and legitimize its aggression against Ukraine.
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