Athletistic/Cycling. The International Cycling Union has allowed Mikhail Yakovlev, who previously represented Russia in competitions, to compete for the Israeli national team, said Yarden Gazit, director general of the Israel Cycling Federation.

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“The Israel Cycling Federation confirms that Mikhail Yakovlev has received Israeli citizenship. The International Cycling Union has already given Yakovlev the green light to join the Israeli team. This athlete can already start in our national competitions,” Gazit said. CASS. .

Yakovlev, 21, previously informed Russian Cycling Federation (FVSR) President Vyacheslav Yekimov of his intention to race for Israel.

Yakovlev took third place in the individual sprint at the last European Championship. He also finished third in keirin at the 2021 World Championships.

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