Northern Ireland’s gymnasts win their fight to compete at Commonwealth Games
Northern Ireland’s gymnasts have won their fight to compete at next month’s Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.
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Irish gymnast determined to train despite Commonwealth Games ban
Irish gymnast Rhys McClenaghan is determined to continue his training in preparation for the Commonwealth Games this summer, despite being banned from competing in the event.
Chambers asks FIG to 'reflect on' McClenaghan decision for Commonwealth Games
Minister for Sport Jack Chambers has said it is unacceptable for gymnast Rhys McClenaghan and other athletes from Northern Ireland to be prevented from competing in the Commonwealth Games because they have previously represented Ireland.
Commonwealth Games 2022: Banning Northern Irish gymnasts ‘contravenes Good Friday Agreement’
Politicians in Northern Ireland have united behind calls for three banned gymnasts to be allowed to compete at the Commonwealth Games, saying the decision by the International Gymnastics Federation (FIG) contravenes the Good Friday Agreement.
Politicians criticise decision to block McClenaghan from competing at Commonwealth Games
Politicians north and south of the Border have criticised the decision not to let Olympic gymnast Rhys McClenaghan and two other athletes compete in the upcoming Commonwealth Games.
Commonwealth Games 2022: Olympic Federation of Ireland hits out at Northern Ireland gymnasts' ban
The Olympic Federation of Ireland (OFI) has joined calls for the Federation International de Gymnastique (FIG) to reverse its decision to block Northern Ireland gymnasts from competing at this year's Commonwealth Games.
Gymnastics body suggests NI athletes change Irish registration for Commonwealth Games
An international gymnastics body has suggested that three gymnasts from Northern Ireland change their Irish registration in order to compete at the Commonwealth Games in July.
Gymnastics body sets out rationale for shock block of Northern Irish competitors
The Federation Internationale de Gymnastique (FIG) also said that it had set out its current position in writing to both UK and Irish sports authorities as long ago as 2017.