The world of sport reacts to the Russian invasion of Ukraine

[traderethereum]

Ukraine is innocent here, it was the Russia that attacks them but not totally all the people there however they are still facing the consequences because of the actions of Putin. I don't think Putin will feel sad seeing the situation of his country or seeing his people struggle. That is why we think restrictions seems not right but we can't do anything about it.

On the other hand some companies don't want to put restrictions because they are only thinking about their business and they can lose some potential profit if they will do it. The ban for Russian athletes can be temporary but the efforts of them practicing and preparing is wasted because they can't compete anymore.

Yes, it's all because of Putin's actions and I think he will get a lot of criticism from people to stop his invasion immediately.
Perhaps Putin wants to conquer Ukraine as quickly as possible and not think about the fate of the affected people, especially his soldiers who are into war.
Many teams or athletes are affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and do not know what will happen in the future.
It is one example that war can have a massive effect on a country and it seems that Putin has not thought about that yet.
Hopefully, this will end soon and with further negotiations, it is hoped that there will be peace talks between the two sides.

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[madnessteat]

The only question is, how far do you want to go?

What would happen if Putin decides to end the war now? Would these sanctions by the sports associations also be reversed?

Until Putin changed his mind and solve the problem within talks. Unfortunately, that was unlikely to happen and Putin does even have a lot of plans to execute from now on. Yes, sanctions will be lifted especially to sports however Putin will face tons of violations under Human Rights.

I don't see Putin will end their invasion. I also don't see any pressure from Putin even there's a massive call to end the war.

Let's face the fact that will be a long-time war. Even though we don't like what happens to Russian athletes, what choice does the world have to slow down Putin?

Putin clearly voiced the goals of the special military operation and it seems to me that he and the people close to him do not care about all these sanctions. They will finish what they started. The sanctions imposed will affect the ordinary citizens of Russia to a greater extent than the elite. As I said before, they have enough money to survive any sanctions impact. Therefore, the EU countries and the USA should not expect the people to go against Putin, they will rather hate the authorities of the countries that impose sanctions aimed at destroying the economy of Russia.

[mindrust]

The only question is, how far do you want to go?

What would happen if Putin decides to end the war now? Would these sanctions by the sports associations also be reversed?

Until Putin changed his mind and solve the problem within talks. Unfortunately, that was unlikely to happen and Putin does even have a lot of plans to execute from now on. Yes, sanctions will be lifted especially to sports however Putin will face tons of violations under Human Rights.

I don't see Putin will end their invasion. I also don't see any pressure from Putin even there's a massive call to end the war.

Let's face the fact that will be a long-time war. Even though we don't like what happens to Russian athletes, what choice does the world have to slow down Putin?

Putin clearly voiced the goals of the special military operation and it seems to me that he and the people close to him do not care about all these sanctions. They will finish what they started. The sanctions imposed will affect the ordinary citizens of Russia to a greater extent than the elite. As I said before, they have enough money to survive any sanctions impact. Therefore, the EU countries and the USA should not expect the people to go against Putin, they will rather hate the authorities of the countries that impose sanctions aimed at destroying the economy of Russia.

Haven't the west seized trillions of Russian reserves recently? I am not sure if Russia has enough money to survive this. They got the oil and gas and somebody will indeed buy these from the Russians but it won't be the market price. No matter how you look at it, Russia is in a big trouble financially. Maybe they will survive but the life standards of an average Russian citizen will go down dramatically imo and it wasn't very high to begin with.

[madnessteat]

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A country with resources can last much longer in isolation than a country that has technology but no resources. Naturally, sanctions will lead to a drop in living standards, but the elite have so much money that they will have enough for several generations. The West expects that by lowering the standard of living they will achieve a change of regime in Russia, but they do not take into account that the decision to impose sanctions is made by them. Consequently, the lives of Russian citizens are getting worse because of these decisions. In my opinion, such situations force the people to unite rather than stage a revolution.

[Theones]

It is nice to see that the world unites to suppress Vladimir Putin and end his invasion to Ukraine. It seems that not only business but also sports which I think is business too but wouldn't that be enough to stop Putin in his invasion to Ukraine? I don't have any idea what will happened to Russia after this war ended? would they be able to get back to sports competitions or they will need to regain back the trust of the other countries before they can reenter the competitions again?

Putin can drag this war for a long time he is an arrogant dictator he will not accept defeat and in fact, he put the nuclear team on high alert, this is too risky we are fighting a mad man who can lead us to nuclear war, that is why countries do not want to directly engage against Russian they are only sending ammunitions and supplies so Ukrainian can keep up fighting Russia.

The super powers can do anything to anyone in particular if they are weak. We have seen this from our childhood. This planet has no place for the weak. Only the fit survive. Yesterday it was Iraq, Serya, Afghanistan today its Ukraine tomorrow it can be my country or your country. No-one knows how many such dreadful deaths we will see in the days to come. There is no end to it. We will all be making noise and one day we all will rest in peace.

But I believe in Karma too. If super powers can do anything so does Karma, Russian faced a down fall of 94% in 1998 in their economy and the government fell in a week. Today Russia faced a down fall of 98% which is worse than what they faced in 98. Let's see what Karma does to them. Sports is a medium to promote peace. But everything seem like beating the brush in air when political authorities have different agenda. 

[decodx]

Anyway, back to the topic ...

The International Swimming Federation (FINA) announced that athletes from Russia and Belarus will be able to compete as neutral athletes.

Until further notice, no athlete or Aquatics official from Russia or Belarus be allowed to take part under the name of Russia or Belarus. Russian or Belarusian nationals, be it as individuals or teams, should be accepted only as neutral athletes or neutral teams. No national symbols, colours, flags should be displayed or anthems should be played, in international Aquatics events which are not already part of the respective World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) sanctions for Russia.

FINA remains deeply concerned about the impact of the war on the aquatics community and the wider population of Ukraine. FINA will continue to carefully monitor the grave situation and make further decisions as appropriate.

Furthermore, the International Swimming Federation has withdrawn the FINA Order awarded to Russian President Putin because of the invasion of Ukraine.


World Taekwondo announces that President Putin's aggression against the Ukraine goes against the organization's motto, "Peace Is More Precious Than Triumph." Putin was stripped of his World Taekwondo black belt because of this.

In a statement, governing body said: "World Taekwondo strongly condemns the brutal attacks on innocent lives in Ukraine, which go against the World Taekwondo vision of 'Peace is More Precious than Triumph' and the World Taekwondo values of respect and tolerance.
In this regard, World Taekwondo has decided to withdraw the honorary 9th dan black belt conferred to Mr. Vladimir Putin in November 2013."

In addition, World Taekwondo said that no Russian or Belarusian flags or national anthems will be displayed at future events and that Russian athletes and officials will not be permitted to compete at World Taekwondo events until further notice.


The International Judo Federation (IJF) has suspended Vladimir Putin's status as Honorary President and ambassador following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Additionally, the International Judo Federation now cancels all judo competitions on the territory of the Russian Federation, providing the Russian athletes with an opportunity to compete only under the IJF flag, logo, and anthem.

[Boristhecat]

A country with resources can last much longer in isolation than a country that has technology but no resources. Naturally, sanctions will lead to a drop in living standards, but the elite have so much money that they will have enough for several generations. The West expects that by lowering the standard of living they will achieve a change of regime in Russia, but they do not take into account that the decision to impose sanctions is made by them. Consequently, the lives of Russian citizens are getting worse because of these decisions. In my opinion, such situations force the people to unite rather than stage a revolution.

It seems to me that you are too optimistic because you think that civilized countries are worried about the change of people who seized power in Russia and therefore impose these sanctions. In fact, everything is worse (for the Russians) - this is isolation. Same as for North Korea or Cuba. Who cares who's in power there? Nobody. Who cares how people survive there? Nobody. The main thing is that no problems should come out of these countries. Nobody cares about the rest. Using nuclear blackmail, North Korea regularly receives some food and humanitarian aid, and is generally isolated. This path awaits Russia.
Taking into account the fact that isolation also applies to sports, we will see in the near future how all Russian athletes who are at least something in the international arena will change their citizenship.

[rodskee]

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If everyone wants to change, they will unite and probably the revolution can happen in their country, especially if many people are already suffering.

am not sure if Russian can take that chance to fight against their government because they knew how their president handles cases like this and surely they will face consequences .

If the war could end, the Russian government would recalculate their resources and the potential they still have so they know what to do.

i think that is how every war ends , then yes it is to happen.

But everything will change and not only the people but the elites will also change according to the situation and conditions that occur in the country.

they will only go with the flow mate and that's what needs to happen.

It will only worsen if the Russian government also loses a lot of resources that can't run well.

this is war, resources will surely drops and spend in not so best interest .

[Roidz]

It is very difficult to say whether the sanctions are necessary or not, because all this time we have seen slogans not to mix politics with sports, but now various sports authorities are starting to punish athletes who are actually not related to what Putin has been doing so far, I think the sports authorities should be able to revise the sanctions decision they are giving now, because it's tantamount to sports authorities trying to kill the careers of these sports athletes from rusian, I believe that actually all Russian athletes do not approve of war happening.

[decodx]

The International Gymnastics Federation (FIG) adopts further measures against Russia and Belarus.

As part of the latest sanctions against Russia's sports program following Putin's invasion of Ukraine, the International Gymnastics Federation has announced an indefinite ban on Russian and Belarusian athletes and officials. All FIG events scheduled for Russia and Belarus will be canceled, and neither country will be awarded a new event.

The FIG would like to stress that these exceptional and emergency measures are decided and issued in view of the above-mentioned extraordinary circumstances. They constitute preventive measures aiming at preserving the integrity of Gymnastics, the safety and integrity of members and all athletes and participants, and at fighting against all forms of violence and of sports injustice.

Russian and Belarusian nationals who are members of the FIG Executive Committee or of FIG technical committees are not affected by this measure when acting in their capacity as FIG Authorities.

The EC will continue to monitor the situation closely and may further adapt these exceptional measures according to future developments.

[bittraffic]

It is very difficult to say whether the sanctions are necessary or not, because all this time we have seen slogans not to mix politics with sports, but now various sports authorities are starting to punish athletes who are actually not related to what Putin has been doing so far, I think the sports authorities should be able to revise the sanctions decision they are giving now, because it's tantamount to sports authorities trying to kill the careers of these sports athletes from rusian, I believe that actually all Russian athletes do not approve of war happening.

Exactly the point. By banning these athletes what does that make all of us?  We all become racist against them. It's not even their fault why there is a war. These athletes are just trying to make a living for all we know they have lots of debts to pay and we contribute to killing them by hunger or losing thier houses. None so far asked how is this a democracy?

[Cling18]

It is very difficult to say whether the sanctions are necessary or not, because all this time we have seen slogans not to mix politics with sports, but now various sports authorities are starting to punish athletes who are actually not related to what Putin has been doing so far, I think the sports authorities should be able to revise the sanctions decision they are giving now, because it's tantamount to sports authorities trying to kill the careers of these sports athletes from rusian, I believe that actually all Russian athletes do not approve of war happening.

Exactly the point. By banning these athletes what does that make all of us?  We all become racist against them. It's not even their fault why there is a war. These athletes are just trying to make a living for all we know they have lots of debts to pay and we contribute to killing them by hunger or losing thier houses. None so far asked how is this a democracy?

They're actually being discriminated and their hard work as athletes would be wasted because of banning them. I hope the authorities would be fair to them because for sure, they also don't want this war to happen. They aren't responsible for what is happening between the two countries so I find it unfair to them. They don't deserve such discrimination and racism.

[KTChampions]

Has Belarus got any hand in the invasion? Why are they part of this ?
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According to the international definition of aggression, the country that provides its territory to the attacking troops is the same aggressor as the country directly leading the aggression. In addition, about 20% of all cruise missiles launched by Russia were fired from the territory of Belarus.
This is already enough to recognize Belarus as an aggressor country on a par with Russia.
As I see it, basically all sanctions (and in sports too) are the same for both countries, but in some places they forget about Belarus, I hope this will be fixed soon.

[decodx]

Haas F1 team terminates contract with Russian driver Nikita Mazepin and title partner Uralkali

According to a statement by the Haas F1 team, the Russian driver Nikita Mazepin and the title sponsor Uralkali have been released from their contracts as a result of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.


https://twitter.com/HaasF1Team/status/1500031737581158412

[KTChampions]

Haas F1 team terminates contract with Russian driver Nikita Mazepin and title partner Uralkali

According to a statement by the Haas F1 team, the Russian driver Nikita Mazepin and the title sponsor Uralkali have been released from their contracts as a result of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.


https://twitter.com/HaasF1Team/status/1500031737581158412

I would not call specifically this case the reaction of the sports world to Russian aggression - this is pure business. Uralkali was (like probably all Russian enterprises already) under sanctions, so the contract with them had to be broken and all the obligations arising from it (the presence of a Russian racer in the team).

[rby]

It is very difficult to say whether the sanctions are necessary or not, because all this time we have seen slogans not to mix politics with sports, but now various sports authorities are starting to punish athletes who are actually not related to what Putin has been doing so far, I think the sports authorities should be able to revise the sanctions decision they are giving now, because it's tantamount to sports authorities trying to kill the careers of these sports athletes from rusian, I believe that actually all Russian athletes do not approve of war happening.

It is difficult to separate sports and politics. Sports is happening in a political world. Sports companies are owned by politicians. And human being is a political animal. When wars starts it affects every sector and sports is not excluded. How can sports keep quiet?
When there is war, the emotions of players are poisoned and they can kill their fellow sportsmen from the opposition country. That is why they should be sanctioned too.

[Tash]

‘There’s Poland, now walk’: Arab students’ ordeal out of Ukraine
https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2022/3/5/thats-poland-now-walk-arab-students-plight-out-of-ukraine

[lumbanrang]

It is very difficult to say whether the sanctions are necessary or not, because all this time we have seen slogans not to mix politics with sports, but now various sports authorities are starting to punish athletes who are actually not related to what Putin has been doing so far, I think the sports authorities should be able to revise the sanctions decision they are giving now, because it's tantamount to sports authorities trying to kill the careers of these sports athletes from rusian, I believe that actually all Russian athletes do not approve of war happening.

Honestly, sanctions have little effect on Putin's actions and he doesn't seem to care about it. If we talk about people who are affected by sanctions imposed by the US and NATO, especially those in the sports sector, what about those who are affected by Russian aggression? there are many people who died and more than 1 million people had to get out of their country. Those who are affected by sanctions by the US and NATO can at least still live in their countries, but what about Ukrainian citizens? they live in conditions of uncertainty and terror from Russian tanks.

[decodx]

Sports Ministers from 26 nations meet to discuss Russian competition sanctions

There has been an agreement between sport ministers of 26 countries to block Russian and Belarusian athletes from competing in their countries. That's a big deal when you consider how many tournaments are held in those countries.

The 26 countries are the UK, United States, Lithuania, Australia, Japan, Ireland, South Korea, Canada, France, Poland, Austria, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Luxembourg, Malta, The Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, Slovakia, Sweden and Switzerland.

[decodx]

Two Russian sporting federations have formally backed the invasion of Ukraine, as a number of athletes in the country continue to publicly support Putin and the war.

In an Instagram post published on Friday, the Russian Boxing Federation showed its support for President Vladimir Putin and the Russian military operation in Ukraine, as first reported by Inside the Games.

In addition, the president of the Russian Bowling Federation, Sergey Lisitsyn, has voiced his support for the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Lisitsyn wrote an open letter to Putin on behalf of the federation's leadership, which has been posted on the organization's website.

So much for the idea that politics and sport should be kept apart.