Nadezhda Grushina, a Russian boxer contracted by the Armed Forces of Russia and a member of the Central Sports Club of the Army, is facing a significant obstacle in her boxing career. Grushina's involvement with the defense structures during Russia's brutal war against Ukraine has raised questions about her eligibility to participate in international competitions.

Given her active role in the military during the intense war, there are growing concerns that Grushina's affiliation with the defense structures may disqualify her from future international sporting events. The controversy surrounding her participation in the defense structures has sparked a heated debate about her suitability as a representative in the global sports arena.

If Grushina's involvement in the defense structures during the cruel war is deemed disqualifying, it would have far-reaching implications for her boxing aspirations and potentially set a precedent for other athletes facing similar circumstances. The case of Grushina highlights the complex intersection of sports and politics in Russia, fueling a broader conversation about the involvement of athletes associated with defense structures in international competitions.

Russian and Belarusian boxers contracted by military structures