Russian, Belarusian athletes may compete at Asian Games
The Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) has offered to let Russian and Belarusian athletes take part in the Asian Games, a first step towards them competing at the Paris 2024 summer Olympics.
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OCA offers Russian, Belarusian athletes opportunity to compete at Asian Games
The Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) said on Thursday it has offered to let Russian and Belarusian athletes take part in the Asian Games, a first step towards them competing at the Paris 2024 summer Olympics.
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No quick return for Russia in face of dual ban, says Coe
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International Olympic Committee and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy clash over Russian participation in Paris 2024
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