FISU Grants Neutral Status to Russian Athletes
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The International University Sports Federation (FISU) has announced that all Russian athletes will be allowed to compete in its events under a neutral status.
Sports Minister Mikhail Degtyarev confirmed that FISU will apply the principle of neutral status, rather than excluding Russian competitors entirely. The decision means Russian athletes can participate without representing their country.
This move follows ongoing discussions about the participation of Russian athletes in international sporting competitions amid broader geopolitical tensions.
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