The head of the FLSSR reported that about 200 Russian skiers are preparing documents for neutral status in the FIS

The head of the Russian Ski and Snowboard Federation, Dmitry Svishchev, said that about 200 Russian skiers are preparing documents to obtain neutral status with the FIS. Among them is three-time Olympic champion Alexander Bolshunov. Sports.ru reports this.

“About two hundred athletes are preparing documents to submit to the FIS for neutral status. Among them, of course, there is Bolshunov,” said Svishchev. At the same time, the functionary clarified that not all Russian athletes expressed a desire to receive neutral status.

The head of the FLSSR also announced the federation’s intention to officially invite FIS to hold competitions in Russia. “Now the number one task is to restore the rights of our athletes, this is where efforts are focused. As for holding competitions in Russia, we have everything necessary for this - infrastructure, experience,” he noted.

Svishchev acknowledged that such requests will almost certainly be refused, but the federation plans to put forward a formal proposal at the beginning of the season. According to him, sponsors will be found to hold tournaments, and sports structures are able to form a worthy prize fund.

Previously, FIS allowed Russian athletes to participate in international competitions of the 2026/27 season in a neutral status.