Russia appeals athletics ban to CAS

The Russian athletics federation is challenging its suspension through the Court of Arbitration for Sport, hoping to overturn the recently extended ban. In a statement, the federation labeled the sanctions as discriminatory.

World Athletics (WA) maintained the ban on Russian and Belarusian athletes last Friday, citing the need to protect competition integrity and fairness. WA President Sebastian Coe noted no progress in peace negotiations amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine. This stance contrasts with the International Olympic Committee's decision earlier this week to lift temporary suspensions of Russian athletes. biznow.biz