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Russian skiers have been conducting summer training in Italy for several years. Previously, FIS announced the admission of athletes to tournaments in a neutral status.
Senior coach of the Russian cross-country skiing team Yuri Borodavko summed up the results of the training camp in Italy. RIA Novosti reports this.
The specialist noted that Russian skiers spent summer training there for several years. “Everything is fine, the attitude is good, they are received wonderfully, there are no provocative questions or slogans. Everyone is friendly and looking forward to our participation in the World Cup,” said Borodavko.
Earlier, Borodavko said that three-time Olympic champion Alexander Bolshunov made noticeable progress during a training camp in Italy. He added that the athlete trains according to a common plan along with everyone else.
Previously, FIS announced the admission of Russian athletes to tournaments in the 2026/27 season in a neutral status. The organization also said it would re-screen athletes whose applications for neutral status were rejected.
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