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Neutral Athletes

IBSF Clears Nine Russians as Neutrals, IOC Backs Youth Return of Russia and Belarus

Court rulings paired with IOC guidance push federations to process neutral entries under tight eligibility rules.

CAS Reopens Olympic Qualifying to Russian and Belarusian Skiers Under Neutral Status

IOC Confirms Neutral-Only Path for Russians and Belarusians at 2026 Winter Olympics