Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation Dmitry Chernyshenko at a meeting of the Ministry of Sports commented on the fact that Russian teams and national teams were suspended from participating in international competitions.
“We see that the sports industry is facing serious challenges. We adhere to the principle that sport is out of politics. But we are being drawn into politics because they understand how important sport is for Russians. The Olympic Games in Tokyo and Beijing have shown that the pressure on athletes does not allow us to break the spirit of our athletes. We have confirmed to foreign partners our readiness to hold international competitions on the territory of our country. We see that international federations make their own decisions. In the current situation, we will work with our partners – the CIS countries, BRICS.
The development of mass sports remains an important area of work for us. On behalf of the Ministry of Sports, we are reviewing the schedule of events. The money that was pledged for international competitions will be spent on sports infrastructure. About 10 thousand events are planned this year: competitions, trainings»Chernyshenko said.
The IIHF on Monday suspended the participation of all Russian teams in all competitions and events under the auspices of the organization due to the situation in Ukraine.
As a result of the decision of FIFA and UEFA, Spartak Moscow will not be able to take part in the 1/8 finals of the Europa League, and the Russian national football team will not be able to take part in the play-offs for the right to enter the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
As a result of the decision of FIFA and UEFA, Spartak Moscow will not be able to take part in the 1/8 finals of the Europa League, and the Russian national football team will not be able to take part in the play-offs for the right to enter the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
