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Ski world federation opens door for return of Russian athletes

The ski world federation allows athletes from Russia and Belarus to participate in World Cups under certain conditions.

2 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The International Ski Federation (FIS) has decided that athletes from Russia and Belarus will be allowed to compete in Ski World Cups starting next season, provided certain conditions are met. This decision has been regarded as significant by several sources, including Der Tagesspiegel and sportschau.de.

According to the resolution, athletes from both countries may be allowed to participate in competitions, which implies a return to the international competitive scene. The FIS emphasized that the conditions for participation need to be clearly defined to ensure a regulated process.

Reactions to this decision may vary, as the political sports situation surrounding both countries remains contentious. The ski federation has thus paved the way for a return in this area but remains vague on the details of implementation.

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