Vyalbe: after the removal of the Russians, foreign colleagues were divided into two camps
MOSCOW, May 21 – RIA Novosti. Elena Vyalbe, President of the Russian Ski Racing Federation (FLGR) saidHow their relations with colleagues from other countries changed after the withdrawal of the Russians.
Against the background of the situation in Ukraine, the International Ski Federation (FIS) first deprived Russia of the right to host the World Cup Final in Tyumen, and then decided not to allow athletes from Russia and Belarus to participate in competitions under the auspices of Russia. organization until the end of the 2021/22 season. The decision on the performance of the Russians and Belarusians in the upcoming international season has not yet been made.
“Now colleagues are conditionally divided into two camps. There is no relationship with some at all, relations with others remain the same: they sympathize with us, try to support us. At least that’s how I feel” quotes RT Vyalbe.
Vyalbe noted that he plans to run for the FIS board of directors at the next congress. According to him, some members of the board are opposed to the representation of Russia in the organization, so the result of the vote may be negative.
Also, the head of the FLGR said that Russia will not object to the exclusion of skiers from the competition. According to Vyalbe, it is not appropriate to make any claims on this issue in the current situation.
Source: Ria
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