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International MMA Federation Allows Russian Juniors to Compete with Flag
The Executive Committee of the International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF) has decided to reinstate the Russian MMA Union and allow juniors from Russia to participate in international competitions with their national flag and anthem, announced Mikhail Degtyarev, Minister of Sports and head of the Russian Olympic Committee (ROC), on his Telegram channel.
TL;DR
- The IMMAF Executive Committee has reinstated the Russian MMA Union.
- Russian juniors will be allowed to compete in international competitions with their national flag and anthem.
- The Russian MMA Union was suspended in March 2022, prohibiting Russian athletes from IMMAF events.
- Junior MMA fighters from Russia who won the Russian Championship will be eligible for international competitions this year.