JunctionBlock
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Why does Russia get to compete after being banned under a different name? Seems like it's just a slap on the wrist penalty when they've been caught cheating.
Tokyo Olympics 2020 (2021)
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RavShamrock
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JB I cut the below from an article on sportingnews.com as you made me curious with your question.
I suppose it's fair to ban the cheats but allow the innocent (if that can be ascertained).
Glad you asked it
Cheers
Why athletes aren't competing under the Russian flag?
Athletes aren't competing under the Russian flag because of a punishment handed down by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). Originally, Russia had been suspended for four years of Olympic action, but in late 2020, that punishment was reduced to two years.
During that two-year period, athletes that weren't involved in the Russian doping scandal are still able to compete in Olympic competition. That's why there are 335 Russians competing in the 2021 Olympics. However, they have to do it as neutrals.
As a result, they aren't competing under the flag nor will the Russian national anthem play during the Olympics. They will, however, wear uniforms that incorporate the colors of the country's flag, much to the dismay of WADA.
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Here comes the Aussie in the mens 100m semi…go son!
I suppose it's fair to ban the cheats but allow the innocent (if that can be ascertained).
Glad you asked it
Cheers
Why athletes aren't competing under the Russian flag?
Athletes aren't competing under the Russian flag because of a punishment handed down by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). Originally, Russia had been suspended for four years of Olympic action, but in late 2020, that punishment was reduced to two years.
During that two-year period, athletes that weren't involved in the Russian doping scandal are still able to compete in Olympic competition. That's why there are 335 Russians competing in the 2021 Olympics. However, they have to do it as neutrals.
As a result, they aren't competing under the flag nor will the Russian national anthem play during the Olympics. They will, however, wear uniforms that incorporate the colors of the country's flag, much to the dismay of WADA.
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Here comes the Aussie in the mens 100m semi…go son!
JunctionBlock
Moderator
Should just have an olympics style event whereby there is no drug testing, lets see what we can achieve juiced up.
DIEHARD
Administrator
One great thing about the Olympics has been lots of great wins and medals from underdogs like Taiwan, Hong Kong, Philippines, Indonesia. Also Tunisia and San Marino.
Lots of great Aussie efforts. Especially enjoyed Logan's medal in BMX. I hope the cycling can bag us some medals.
Sorry to see the Hockeyroos get knocked out of medal contention by India.
Lots of great Aussie efforts. Especially enjoyed Logan's medal in BMX. I hope the cycling can bag us some medals.
Sorry to see the Hockeyroos get knocked out of medal contention by India.
RavShamrock
First Grader
Big game for the Matildas just about to kick off…go girls!
DIEHARD
Administrator
Yea I'm watching. Good luck ladies! I'm nervous after India beating the Hockeyroos.
RavShamrock
First Grader
I didn't watch the hockeyroos but I think the Matildas have improved since the Sweds beat us in the early round…Kerr (2) is phenomenal
RavShamrock
First Grader
Boomers going for Bronze @ 9pm.
If we win I think it will be the first medal we have ever won from Olympic Basketball.
Go Boys!
If we win I think it will be the first medal we have ever won from Olympic Basketball.
Go Boys!
DIEHARD
Administrator
Really proud of the Boomers and especially Patty Millds.
So many magic moments in the games. I've thoroughly enjoyed it.
I've probably given every sport a watch, even if there are no Aussies.
I'm also looking forward to the start of the Paralympics.
So many magic moments in the games. I've thoroughly enjoyed it.
I've probably given every sport a watch, even if there are no Aussies.
I'm also looking forward to the start of the Paralympics.