The World Taekwondo Council met for the first time this year this weekend in the United Arab Emirates. It made a major decision: to allow Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete under their national flags respective, in the junior categories, but also among seniorsOne more step towards the reintegration of the two countries.
« However, existing restrictions remain unchanged, meaning that international sporting events cannot be held in Russia and thatNo accreditation will be issued to government representatives Russian and Belarusian ", says World Taekwondo.
End of November, the International Judo Federation It too had decided to reinstate Russia with its anthem and flag. Last week, the International Modern Pentathlon Union (UIPM) announced the return of Russian and Belarusian athletes to the youth categories, in accordance with the IOC's recommendations. It also opened the door to the organization of competitions in Belarus.
