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IF17 Dec 2025, 17:14 from InsideTheGames
The International Bobsleigh and Skeleton Federation (IBSF) has reaffirmed its stance barring Russian athletes from participating in team competitions like two-man and four-man bobsleigh, even under neutral status. This contrasts with policies in sports like rowing and canoeing, where Russian athletes are permitted to compete in crews. The decision follows recent developments including a court ruling questioning the original ban and the IOC's recommendation for young athletes. Meanwhile, the International Luge Federation has withdrawn eligibility for three Russian athletes from an upcoming World Cup event due to neutrality concerns. The situation highlights the ongoing complexities surrounding Russian athlete participation in international sports amid the war in Ukraine.
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IF28 Oct 2025, 20:32 from InsideTheGames
The Association of Summer Olympic International Federations (ASOIF) approved its 'ASOIF Strategy 2025–2032' during its Council meeting in Lausanne. The strategy focuses on advocacy, Olympic Games excellence, and collaboration, set to launch in early 2026. The Council also reviewed the Sixth Review of International Federation Governance, with self-evaluations due by January 2026. Concerns were raised about venue validation communication for Brisbane 2032. Fabio Azevedo of the International Volleyball Federation was appointed as ASOIF representative on the WADA Foundation Board from 2026-2028, replacing Jean-Christophe Rolland of World Rowing. The 50th ASOIF General Assembly will be held on 26 May 2026 in Baku.
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IF20 Aug 2025, 01:33 from InsideTheGamesOrganization mentioned: WR
The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) and World Rowing extended their media rights agreement, initially signed in 1980, until 2032. The agreement includes major rowing events and beach sprint rowing, set to debut at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics. Thirteen EBU members, including HRT (Croatia), CT (Czech Republic), ARD/ZDF (Germany), ERT (Greece), RTÉ (Ireland), RAI (Italy), NOS (Netherlands), TVP (Poland), TVR (Romania), RTVE (Spain), SRG (Switzerland) and Suspilne Ukraine (Ukraine), are part of the renewed agreement, with six committed to covering events until 2032. The EBU will broadcast events across all platforms, including Eurovision Sport. Upcoming events include the 2025 World Rowing Championships in Shanghai and the 2025 World Rowing Beach Sprint Finals in Antalya.
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IF12 Jul 2025, 17:45 from InsideTheGamesOrganization mentioned: WR
Antalya, Türkiye will host the 2025 World Rowing Beach Sprint Finals from November 6-9, after the event was moved from Rio de Janeiro. This follows Antalya's hosting of the 2025 European Rowing Coastal and Beach Sprint Championships in October. The decision underscores the growing momentum of beach sprint rowing, included in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games and the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games. World Rowing President Jean-Christophe Rolland expressed gratitude to the Turkish Rowing Federation and local organizers for hosting the event.
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IF13 Jun 2025, 09:00 from ANOC
The 49th ASOIF General Assembly was held in Lausanne on June 11, 2025, chaired by President Ingemar de Vos. Four ASOIF Council positions were elected: Nenad Lalovic (United World Wrestling) was re-elected, Jean-Christophe Rolland (World Rowing) and Andreas Zagklis (International Basketball Federation) were newly elected, and Ximena Restrepo (World Athletics) was elected for a two-year term. Los Angeles 2028, Brisbane 2032, and Dakar 2026 OCOGs provided updates. ANOC Secretary General Gunilla Lindberg attended, emphasizing cooperation between IFs and ANOC.