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Incoming IOC president to open talks on Russia's potential return to Olympics

Sky News Friday, 21 March 2025 ()
The incoming IOC president has revealed to Sky News she is against banning countries from the Olympics over wars and will open talks on Russia's potential return to the Games.
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News video: IOC President Kirsty Coventry Opposes Olympic Bans Over Conflicts, Open To Russia’s 2026 Return

IOC President Kirsty Coventry Opposes Olympic Bans Over Conflicts, Open To Russia’s 2026 Return 03:30

 IOC President Kirsty Coventry opposes banning athletes over armed conflicts, signaling a shift in Olympic policy. She plans to discuss Russia’s return to competition, emphasizing a case-by-case approach. Coventry, the first African woman to lead the IOC, will form a task force to guide sports...

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