Athletistic/ Others. Richard McLaren, head of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) commission investigating the doping scandal at the 2014 Sochi Olympics, believes Russian athletes should be allowed to compete internationally.
“The way they are being treated is unfair. The athletes did not start this conflict and are not responsible for its unfolding. These are two good reasons for allowing them to participate in international competitions again. Will speak out in favor of the athletes , associations will be forced to allow them to compete on the world stage,” McLaren said.
Earlier, International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach said recommendations to sports federations aimed at preventing athletes from Russia and Belarus from participating in international competitions should remain in place. These recommendations entered into force at the beginning of March due to Russia’s special operation on Ukrainian territory.
Source: Sport
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