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Ukraine filed an appeal with CAS against IOC's July 7 decision to reinstate Russia. Ukraine argues IOC's decision contradicts Olympic Charter. Ukraine claims Russia still occupies parts of Ukraine, violating territorial integrity.
World Athletics maintains its ban on Russian and Belarusian athletes. The ban is unrelated to IOC's decision. World Athletics cited lack of peace negotiations as the reason for the ban. Russia's athletics federation called the ruling discriminatory. Read more racing coverage.
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What should runners know about Ukraine Appeals Russia's Olympic Reinstatement to CAS?
Ukraine challenges IOC's decision to reinstate Russia in sports at CAS. Ukraine filed an appeal with CAS against IOC's July 7 decision to reinstate Russia. Ukraine argues IOC's decision contradicts Olympic Charter. Ukraine claims Russia still occupies parts of Ukraine, violating territorial integrity.
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Runner World published this brief on August 5, 2026. The underlying Marathon Handbook report was dated August 5, 2026.
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