World Aquatics Restores Full Participation for Russian and Belarusian Athletes

World Aquatics has allowed athletes from Russia and Belarus to return to competitions under its umbrella with full national symbols, marking a significant shift in international sports policy. Full Return Across All Aquatic Disciplines Athletes will now compete not only in international events but across all disciplines governed by the federation, including swimming, open water swimming, diving, water polo, and artistic swimming. The organization has also removed the requirement for athletes to undergo special checks confirming "neutrality” or the absence of ties to military structures.