Boxers from Russia, Belarus to be allowed to fight as neutral athletes in World Boxing competitions
Boxers from Russia and Belarus will be permitted to compete as neutral athletes in World Boxing events, without national symbols, following approval through a vetting process. The decision aligns with the International Olympic Committee's stance on athletes from these countries due to the ongoing war in Ukraine. World Boxing, established as an alternative to the banned International Boxing Association, is positioning itself as the sport's Olympic governing body.
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