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IOC No Longer Recommends Restrictions on Belarusians' Participation in All Sports Competitions
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced today that it no longer recommends restrictions on the participation of Belarusians, whether in individual or team sports, meaning athletes from that country will be able to return to all competitions under their national symbols after three years of sanctions.
TL;DR
- The IOC's Executive Board no longer recommends any restrictions on Belarusian athletes, including teams.
- Sanctions against Belarusian athletes, imposed in February 2022 and March 2023, have been lifted.
- Belarusian athletes can now participate in all competitions under their national symbols.
- The IOC aims to maintain its mission of preserving a global sports platform in times of geopolitical instability.
- The committee believes athlete participation should not be limited by their government's actions, including involvement in war or conflict.