Athletistic / Artistic gymnastics. Soviet gymnast Elvira Saadi was banned for life in Canada. The 71-year-old double Olympic champion will not be able to coach, judge or participate in any artistic gymnastics activity.

Lawyer Emir Crown announced sanctions against the former athlete.

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Saadi was banned from working in artistic gymnastics for 10 years. After this period, she will be able to train coaches, but without contact with the athletes.

Saadi was punished due to allegations of violence against female athletes. The Soviet gymnast has lived in Canada since 1991.


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