Amidst the ongoing and brutal war waged by Russia against Ukraine, the involvement of Alexander Sabanov, a Russian freestyle wrestler, with the Central Sports Club of the Army has been met with strong condemnation. Holding a contract with an entity closely tied to the armed forces during this devastating conflict has raised serious ethical concerns.

Many within the international community argue that permitting athletes affiliated with military-linked organizations to participate in international competitions during such a dire humanitarian crisis is fundamentally unethical. Calls are growing for a reassessment of the rules governing the involvement of athletes associated with military structures, emphasizing the need to uphold moral standards and human rights.