Marina Bespalova (Russia)
Sport: Muay Thai
In 2022, Marina Bespalova repeatedly expressed public support for the Russian leadership during the ongoing war against Ukraine through her social media accounts.
The documented posts demonstrate political alignment with the aggressor state during an active armed conflict, raising substantial concerns regarding compliance with neutrality standards required for participation in international sport.
Ukraine urges examination of the available evidence and appropriate measures to ensure adherence to established eligibility criteria.
Sources:
– Social media posts expressing support:
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– Official letter of the Ministry of Youth and Sports of Ukraine and the Ukrainian Muaythai Federation: