Russian State Duma Deputy Named Individual Who Could Return Russia to International Sports Competitions.

Deputy of the State Duma of the Russian Federation Dmitry Svishchev believes that the new president of the International Olympic Committee could change the attitude towards Russian athletes in international competitions. The replacement of Thomas Bach with Kirsty Coventry on June 24 may bring some relief for Russian athletes.

Ksenia Korzhova's Likes Supporting Russian Aggression

“Soon there will be a change of power in the IOC. There are hopes and chances that the new president of the organization, Kirsty Coventry, will reconsider the IOC's approach to the principle of admitting Russian athletes. Therefore, everything may still change in our favor regarding participation in the Olympic Games after Coventry takes office. She may influence our admission,” said Svishchev.

Ksenia Korzhova, a Russian speed skater, has received the status of a neutral athlete in the ISU, but she has liked posts supporting Russian aggression. On her Instagram page, she expressed support for dictator Putin and the Russian military.

In summary: A member of the Russian parliament believes that the change of the head of the International Olympic Committee could positively affect the participation of Russian athletes in international competitions, while Russian speed skater Ksenia Korzhova, despite receiving the status of a neutral athlete, has openly expressed support for Russian aggression on social media.