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International Olympic Committee Lifts Russia Suspension Ahead of 2028 Los Angeles Olympics

The IOC has ended its three-year program vetting Russian athletes for neutral status, allowing their participation in upcoming qualifying events.

Jul 7, 2026, 6:09 PM NPR News

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The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has lifted the suspension on Russia ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games. The IOC advised sports organizations to discontinue a three-year program that vetted Russian athletes for neutral status during qualifying events. This move effectively ends restrictions that had barred Russian athletes from competing under their national flag in recent years.

This decision marks a significant change in the IOC's approach to Russian participation in the Olympics, allowing Russians to compete without the previous neutral status vetting process.

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