World Aquatics allowed Russian athletes to compete with the flag and anthem

The International Water Sports Federation World Aquatics has allowed Russian athletes to compete with a flag and an anthem. This was announced on April 13 on the organization's website.

"Athletes with Belarusian or Russian sports citizenship will be allowed to participate in world aquatics competitions, as well as their colleagues representing other nationalities, with appropriate uniforms, flags and anthems," the message says.

The President of World Aquatics, Hussein Al Musallam, said that over the past three years, the federation has successfully helped to avoid conflicts outside of sports competitions. He also stressed that World Aquatics is determined to ensure that pools remain places where athletes from all countries can come together.

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