Ukraine Calls For Emergency Congress After Controversial FIG Rule Change
The Ukrainian Gymnastics Federation has called for an emergency congress following the FIG's decision to lift restrictions on Russian and Belarusian athletes. This decision allows these athletes to compete with their national flags and anthems, which the UGF argues contradicts ethical principles and creates discrimination against Ukrainian athletes. The federation claims this puts Ukrainian gymnasts in an unbearable position regarding their patriotic duty versus moral conflict.
- ▪The FIG voted to lift all restrictions on Russian and Belarusian athletes on May 18, 2026.
- ▪The UGF condemned the decision, stating it contradicts the ethical principles of sport.
- ▪Ukrainian athletes now face pressure to choose between representing their country or withdrawing due to moral conflicts.
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BusinessSportsMoneyUkraine Calls For Emergency Congress After Controversial FIG Rule ChangeByCaroline Price,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Olympic Sports Analyst and Published AuthorFollow AuthorMay 22, 2026, 12:51pm EDTMay 22, 2026, 12:57pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 08: Oleg Verniaiev of Ukraine chalks his hands before competing on the pommel horse during the men's competition for the iPro Sport World Cup of Gymnastics at The O2 Arena on April 8, 2017 in London, England.
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