The European Gymnastics Federation allowed Russian symbols at tournaments
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European Gymnastics allowed the use of Russian symbols at competitions. Exceptions are possible if local authorities prohibit such symbols.
The European Gymnastics Federation (European Gymnastics) has decided to return the flag and anthem of the Russian Federation at competitions under its auspices. At the same time, individual exceptions are possible for tournaments where local authorities prohibit the use of Russian symbols. This was reported by the Russian Gymnastics Federation, writes UNN.
Details
The European Gymnastics Federation (European Gymnastics) on July 28 at an extraordinary general assembly of the organization decided to return the flag and anthem of Russia.
The new rules will apply to all competitions under the auspices of European Gymnastics. Exceptions are possible for tournaments, the right to hold which was granted earlier, if local authorities prohibit the use of Russian symbols.
Recall
In May 2026, the International Gymnastics Federation lifted sanctions against Russians and Belarusians. Athletes will compete at competitions with national symbols and anthem.