The International Boxing Association (IBA) has clarified the rules for applying for the right to compete in neutral status.
The Federation recalls that it can grant neutral status to individuals without the support of the national federation, as well as to refugees.
“Due to the ever-changing situation, the IBA remains committed to its athletes in any situation or circumstance. The number of fights is a key aspect for many, and due to the potential lack of “high level” competition, boxers can fall behind in terms of professional development. The IBA recognizes this and we understand it very well. The possibility of boxing in a neutral position opens up greater prospects and opportunities for the future, said a statement published on the IBA website.
To request neutral status, an athlete must send an official letter to sport@iba.sport, with a copy to the relevant confederation. The Boxer must provide the IBA with copies of his fight history, a valid national passport, and indicate the last National Federation to which he belonged and the last competition in which he participated while representing it. Refugees must provide IBA with documents confirming their status.
The IBA previously allowed Russians and Belarusians to participate in international competitions displaying national symbols, contrary to IOC recommendations on neutral status and a number of criteria. An alternative organization to the IBA, World Boxing, is currently developing and several countries have already joined. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) had previously stripped the IBA of its recognition status; the organization has filed a complaint with the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), which will hear the appeal on November 16.
Source : MatchTV
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