World Aquatics allows Russian, Belarusian swimmers to compete
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19 claimsWorld Aquatics has decided to allow Russian and Belarusian swimmers to compete without restrictions and under their own flag.
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The national anthems of Russia and Belarus are allowed at international competitions organized by World Aquatics.
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A prerequisite for competing is that swimmers have passed four consecutive doping controls conducted by the International Testing Agency (ITA).
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Open Questions
5 questionsWhat specific criteria are used in the background checks for Russian and Belarusian swimmers?
How many Russian and Belarusian swimmers are expected to compete under the new rules?
What is the reaction from other international sports federations to World Aquatics' decision?
Will there be any conditions or monitoring for Russian and Belarusian athletes' political statements or affiliations?
What impact will this decision have on upcoming major swimming events, such as the 2024 Olympics or World Championships?
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