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Russian and Belarusian athletes may compete as neutrals at 2026 Milan Olympics, per IOC rules.
The International Olympic Committee has approved Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete as neutral individuals at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy, without national symbols.
Athletes must meet strict criteria, including passing vetting for military ties or support of the war in Ukraine.
This follows the 2024 Paris Olympics model, where a limited number of athletes participated under neutral status.
The decision reflects a continued restriction on national representation due to Russia’s past doping violations and ongoing conflict in Ukraine, with final participation depending on qualification rules set by international sports federations.
Los atletas rusos y bielorrusos pueden competir como neutrales en los Juegos Olímpicos de Milán de 2026, según las reglas del COI.