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flag Russian and Belarusian swimmers allowed to compete under flags after World Aquatics bans lifted.

flag World Aquatics has lifted bans on Russian and Belarusian swimmers, allowing them to compete under their national flags and anthems at international events. flag The decision, effective immediately, requires athletes to pass at least four anti-doping tests and background checks. flag The move comes as a significant shift from previous policies that restricted them to neutral status, and applies to all World Aquatics events, though the International Olympic Committee maintains neutral status for the Olympics.

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