Topic: The world of sport reacts to the Russian invasion of Ukraine - page 7. (Read 904 times)

I agree with what the international sports committees did in banning russia who invaded ukraine from competing in world sports, but has the committee been doing fair rules so far?
Because as far as I know it seems that the world sports committee tends to be more aggressive when the ukraine state was invaded, but they were silent when the americas invaded aghanistan and the middle east, so it seems the world sports committee prefers to turn a blind eye to what israel is doing to palestine until recently.
Honestly, I see that there seems to be injustice in the decision, if they really criticize Russia actions,  of course they should take action against Israel, which continues to kill Palestinians...!

STOP THE WAR AND GIVE FOR FREEDOM FOR PALESTINE And UKRAINE

It seems unethical for me to just ban Russian players to participate because of an on-going invasion of their country against Ukraine. Like I said in other thread, it seems that the Russian action is not totally the country's fight but for just the sake of their leader's ego. Not all Russians wants this conflict. Putin just hit hard with his ego that's why straight from his air-conditioned room, he is just providing some commands.

However, just come to think of it. The whole world, most of the countries, are condemning the attack of Russia to Ukraine resulting in some "hate"t o other people's view towards Russia. With this ban of Russian players, that's make sure that no one would possibly physically hurt the athletes from those fans who are watching live on their games as we don't know what other people thinks about Russia currently. The safety of these players should be prioritized in the first place.

^ I am not on their side but I feel pity for them because they are innocent people and I don't know if they are even a pro-Putin which they are.
It seems there is discrimination against all Russian players and athletes because their country invaded Ukraine and now they are suffering too from what their country did. There is too many sports event that has been canceled or postponed, the gambling industry was been affected too.
Nevertheless, this is not the right.

This is one repercussion that Russian-affiliated individuals will receive from all around the globe. Even if they are not pro-Putin, some will still identify them as part of the Russian community, thus, the approach of people towards them. This is owed to their power-hungry President. He doesn't care what will happen to his people because of his aggression. It is like countries will be isolating the Russians from all the other people in the world, which is actually sad for those innocents and just want to live their life peacefully.

There's also the Motorsport UK: Russian drivers in Formula 1 banned from competing in UK

The same goes for gaming/esports.

Russian-based CS:GO teams banned from BLAST Premier events, CIS qualifier canceled amid Ukraine conflict

Ukrainian official calls for Xbox, PlayStation, and others to bar Russian players amid invasion

Virtus.pro removed from GAMERS GALAXY: Invitational Series Dubai 2022

Virtus.Pro is a Russian based esports organization.

These players are also considered athletes on this time playing e-sports. And all of these organizations and sporting community had agreed to imposed sanctions due to their government's attack.

I personally think some of these reactions sports is having towards some russian athletes and other personels from Russia who have really fought hard to be where they are today totally too extreme and without consideration. Some of them are just Russians by Nationality but have been in the west and other regions so much that they can identify with them. Why disregard all contributions they have made when we all know that they may not all be in support of the invasion.

When it comes to personal perspective and views then dont expect that everyone would really be doing on to the same path.We do have our own will and decide for ourselves on which
or whose would be gonna be supported whether being a Russian turns out to be supportive with Ukraine or would totally be that loyal on the place where they do live in.
I dont see for Intelligence to have some major role on choosing on which one you should really support off.

I normally see all Russian athletes showing their support for Ukraine, but there was an exceptional situation in chess. Top chess player Sergey Karjakin has expressed his support for Putin. Chess players are intelligent people, especially at a high level. I wonder what possesses him to write such a thing on twitter. Could play that he used to be a resident of Ukraine, he now seems to have Russian nationality. That could play into it, maybe he left the country there with a lot of fights. Otherwise you are not going to show your support for Putin for any reason.

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In the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, more and more sports have followed the IOC's call to ban Russian athletes from competing. I will try to compile all of those links here for your information.

Feb 28, 2022 - The Executive Board (EB) of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) recommends no participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes and officials


https://twitter.com/iocmedia/status/1498297977366102024

The International Chess Federation (FIDE) has already responded by announcing that the flags of Russia and Belarus will not be displayed and the anthems of these countries will not be played at international events held by FIDE.
https://twitter.com/FIDE_chess/status/1498026831089487882

The Executive Committee of the World Karate Federation (WKF) unanimously decided to move the tournament to another site and strip Moscow of its hosting rights.
https://twitter.com/worldkarate_wkf/status/1498228985318174721

The International Skating Union (ISU) said no athletes from Russia or Belarus "shall be invited or allowed to participate" in events until further notice.
ISU Statement on the Ukrainian crisis

The International Badminton Federation (BWF) has cancelled tournaments planned for Russia and Belarus. It has also determined that neither the flags will be displayed nor the anthems be played of the countries at any of its events.
BWF statement

International Basketball Federation (FIBA) has also announced that Russian teams and officials will not be allowed to participate in FIBA Basketball and 3x3 Basketball competitions.
https://www.fiba.basketball/news/fiba-statement-on-russian-teams-and-officials

FIFA announced that it was suspending Russian representative teams (men's and women's). UEFA also announced that club sides would be removed from all competitions. This means Russia won't be participating in the World Cup in Qatar. Spartak Moscow have also been removed from the Europa League.
FIFA and UEFA joint statement

UEFA also confirmed that it was ending its deal with sponsor Gazprom, worth €40 million a year.

U.S. Soccer issued a statement to join other soccer federations in refusing to play Russia.
https://twitter.com/ussoccer/status/1498325273552596996

The International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) Council has suspended all Russian and Belarusian national and club teams from IIHF competitions until further notice and withdrew the hosting rights of the 2023 #WorldJuniors from Russia.
Bob Nicholson, IIHF Vice President, said, "There are a lot of sports, but hockey probably hits Putin the hardest."
https://twitter.com/IIHFHockey/status/1498387598246621188

Russian and Belarusian tennis players can play on the ATP and WTA tours, but without displaying their national flags, and at the Grand Slams. However, they are barred from participating in team competitions, such as Davis Cup and BJK Cup, until further notice.
Joint Statement by the International Governing Bodies of Tennis

The International Ski Federation (FIS) cancels all remaining 2021-22 season events in Russia and bans Russian athletes from all competitions.

The World Athletics Council has agreed to impose sanctions against the Member Federations of Russia and Belarus as a consequence of the invasion of Ukraine.

In an address to the Council, World Athletics President Sebastian Coe said: "Anyone who knows me will understand that imposing sanctions on athletes because of the actions of their government goes against the grain. I have railed against the practice of politicians targeting athletes and sport to make political points when other sectors continue about their business. This is different as governments, business and other international organisations have imposed sanctions and measures against Russia across all sectors. Sport has to step up and join these efforts to end this war and restore peace. We cannot and should not sit this one out."