Overview
- The IOC reiterated in a letter reported by Sveriges Radio that Russian national symbols may not be displayed at the Milan–Cortina 2026 Olympics.
- The reminder applies to delegations permitted to take part only under a neutral flag, not under their national emblems.
- The guidance resurfaced after a Russian flag was seen by spectators at a Tour de Ski stage, where skier Savely Korostelyov later posed for photos with the fans.
- Two-time Olympic biathlon champion Dmitriy Vasilyev condemned the restriction as unlawful and urged taking the matter to court.
- The Winter Games run from February 6 to 22, 2026, in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, with eligible Russian athletes set to compete in neutral status.