Russian Ski Jumpers Denied Polish Visas, Will Miss World Cup in Wisła
Russian ski jumpers will not be able to compete in the World Cup in Poland in December after Polish authorities denied them visas, Reuters reports.
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Denis Spitsov Cleared to Compete Internationally This Winter Under Neutral Flag
The International Ski Federation (FIS) has given Denis Spitsov the green light to compete this winter. The highly decorated Russian will be allowed to compete internationally under a neutral flag.
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Olympic Champion Natalia Terentieva Set for First International Race in Four Years in Finland
Four Russian cross-country skiers are registered for this weekend’s season premiere in Muonio, Finland. Among them is Olympic gold medalist Natalia Terentieva.
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William Poromaa Questions Proposal to Add Roller Skiing to World Cup
The International Ski Federation (FIS) is considering adding roller skiing to the World Cup. Swedish star William Poromaa is critical of the idea. “I don’t really believe in it,” he tells SVT Sport.
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Norway Seeks Clarity on Visa Rules for Russian Athletes: ‘We Do Not Want Russian Participation’
After Sweden moved to bar Russian skiers from the World Championships in Falun, the Norwegian Ski Association wants clarity on visa rules ahead of the World Cup season. “We do not want Russian participation,” says association chairman Roger Finjord.
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Russian skiers may compete at Falun World Championships, raising security concerns for organizers
There is a strong likelihood that Russian skiers will compete in the World Ski Championships in Falun in February, creating challenges for the organizer, especially in terms of security. “It places very high demands on us,” says Kajsa Sjösvärd, CEO of the Falun World Ski Championships.
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FIS Considers Adding Roller Skiing to the Cross-Country World Cup by 2027–28
The International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) wants to increase interest in cross-country skiing. One way to do this could be to include roller skiing in the World Cup.
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World Ski Championships in Falun Still Have No Confirmed TV Broadcaster, Four Months Before Start
Just over four months remain until the World Ski Championships in Falun, but it is still unclear who, if anyone, will broadcast the event on television. According to Swedish Ski Association general secretary Pernilla Bonde, details are still being negotiated with the International Ski Federation (FIS).
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