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How a billionaire Russian ‘sugar daddy’ took over an iconic Olympic sport

Summary by Politico Europe
Sanctioned tycoon Alisher Usmanov parries Western efforts to oust him from shadow leadership role in world fencing.

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How a billionaire Russian ‘sugar daddy’ took over an iconic Olympic sport

Sanctioned tycoon Alisher Usmanov parries Western efforts to oust him from shadow leadership role in world fencing.

·Brussels, Belgium
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How a Russian billionaire took control of an iconic Olympic sport despite EU sanctions

A Russian billionaire with close ties to President Vladimir Putin wields immense influence over one of the world's most prestigious sports — despite sanctions imposed by the European Union and the United States, writes Politico.

·Bucharest, Romania
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Politico Europe broke the news in Brussels, Belgium on Tuesday, April 15, 2025.
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