Russian Gymnasts Cleared to Compete With Flag and Anthem at International Events

The Executive Committee of World Gymnastics has approved the return of Russian athletes to competitions under its authority with the Russian flag and national anthem, according to the Russian Gymnastics Federation. Restrictions Lifted for Russian and Belarusian Athletes The decision applies to artistic gymnastics, rhythmic gymnastics, trampoline gymnastics, acrobatic gymnastics, and aerobic gymnastics. World Gymnastics also lifted the same restrictions for athletes from Belarus. Russian Gymnastics Federation President Oleg Belozerov described the move as an important step toward strengthening unity within the global gymnastics community and protecting athletes' interests.