Bolshunov's document checks tightened because of Europeans

The International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) has requested additional documents from Alexander Bolshunov to obtain neutral status. Sport24 learned about this.

According to the source, the athlete planned to submit an application by the end of this week, but the situation became more complicated after requests from a number of European ski federations opposing his admission to international competitions. Against the backdrop of the objections received, FIS tightened the verification of Bolshunov’s documents, requesting additional certificates about the absence of ties with military structures.

It is noted that obtaining neutral status for Bolshunov in the current circumstances will be extremely difficult. At the same time, work on preparing the necessary documents continues.