I.O.C. Lifts Russia’s Olympic Suspension, Clearing the Way for 2028

The International Olympic Committee “provisionally” removed the ban imposed in relation to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. A previous ban for systematic doping had already ended.

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I.O.C. Lifts Russia’s Olympic Suspension, Clearing the Way for 2028

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The International Olympic Committee advised sports bodies to end a three-year program vetting Russians for neutral status ahead of qualifying events for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

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I.O.C. Lifts Russia’s Olympic Suspension, Clearing the Way for 2028

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International Olympic Committee lifts Russia suspension ahead of 2028 LA Games

The International Olympic Committee advised sports bodies to end a three-year program vetting Russians for neutral status ahead of qualifying events for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

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