Bad News for Aleksandr Bolshunov: Out
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Bolshunov's application will be examined with a fine-tooth comb.
More and more Russians have been welcomed into the skiing heat. But one of the biggest is still out. Alexander Bolshunov, 29, is reported to have several European ski federations against him.
The International Ski Federation (FIS) has granted neutral status to 38 Russian athletes after a rule change. However, the initial application of the country's biggest ski star, Alexander Bolshunov, was not approved.
Three-time Olympic cross-country skiing champion Alexander Bolshunov is seeking neutral athlete status to return to international skiing competitions. Russian media reports that European countries are vocally opposed to the Russian ski star's return.
The International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) has required three-time Olympic champion Alexander Bolshunov to provide additional documents to obtain neutral status. According to Sport24, the inspection was tightened after applications from European ski federations opposing the admission of the Russian to international competitions.
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