Gymnastics Federation Lifts Ban on Russian, Belarusian Athletes as Neutrals Starting 2024

Overview

• The International Gymnastics Federation will allow Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete as neutral individuals starting in January 2024.
• Athletes must apply and be approved as "neutral" and cannot represent their countries or national Olympic committees.
• The move aligns with International Olympic Committee guidance on Russian and Belarusian participation.
• Participation of Russian and Belarusian gymnasts in the 2024 Paris Olympics will be determined by the IOC.
• The FIG previously banned Russian and Belarusian athletes in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.