Vladimir Bakin, the Vice President of the Volleyball Federation of the Moscow Region, is under scrutiny for his role as the President of the Volleyball Club CSKA and his rank as an Army General in Russia. These affiliations link him to military structures during Russia's ongoing war against Ukraine.

Critics argue that Bakin's involvement in sports administration and the military during a period of intense war contradicts the principles of impartiality and neutrality that are essential for sports organizations. This situation raises questions about his eligibility to hold positions in sports federations and the potential implications for his involvement in international sports events.

The controversy surrounding Vladimir Bakin underscores the increasing concern over individuals with military connections in sports governance, as the sports world grapples with the complex intersection of sports and politics.