Russian and Belarusian Athletes Return to Olympics Under Neutral Flag
Published on: Jan. 28, 2026, 9:59 a.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
Thirteen Russian and seven Belarusian athletes will compete at the Milan Cortina Olympics under a neutral status. Following an IOC invitation, they won't bear their national colors, symbols, or participate in parades. This comes amid Russia's exclusion from team sports due to its involvement in Ukraine's conflict.
