International Gymnastics Federation Allows Russian Gymnasts to Compete With Their Flag and Anthem

In 2022, the International Olympic Committee issued a recommendation to international sports federations to bar athletes from Russia from international competitions or only allow them to compete in neutral status, without their national uniforms, over the Ukraine conflict.

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International Gymnastics Federation Allows Russian Gymnasts to Compete With Their Flag and Anthem

The restrictions on Russian athletes were officially lifted during the Executive Committee meeting in Egypt.

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FIG updated its previous neutral-status policy, clearing the way for full national representation.This ruling applies to junior and senior athletes in all five recognized gymnastics disciplines:Earlier this year, Russian junior rhythmic gymnasts were barred from the 2026 European Cup over bureaucratic delays.The Russian Gymnastics Federation had filed neutral-status applications for 8 athletes in late March and repeatedly requested expedited review—but approvals came only after the registration deadline and draw had passed.

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