International Olympic Committee Lifts Russia's Olympic Suspension

The International Olympic Committee has lifted Russia's Olympic suspension, clearing the way for the country's participation in the 2028 Los Angeles Games.

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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 “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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NYT 69d ago

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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