Sykes supported IOC in its quest to return Russians and Belarusians to international competitions
New Chair of the US Olympic Committee (USOPC), Gene Sykes, who replaced Suzanne Lyons a month ago, considers the International Olympic Committee’s desire to return athletes from Russia and Belarus to international competitions right, RIA Novosti reports
Last week, the IOC Executive Committee called for the return of Russian and Belarusian athletes to international competitions in a neutral status.
“We have listened to many athletes in the US and understand their desire to compete with all the best athletes in the world, but only on the condition that a safe and fair game is provided. The International Olympic Committee should continue to study the process,” Sykes said.
At the same time, he, however, stressed that the conditions for the neutrality of athletes must be observed.
