FIS granted neutral status to Kalicheva
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The International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) has granted neutral status to Russian skier Arina Kalicheva and serviceman Leonid Vinogradov.
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Why It Matters
FIS has softened the criteria for admitting Russian skiers to international competitions.
The International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) has granted neutral status to Russian skier Arina Kalicheva. This was reported by the “Championship” with reference to FIS.
The status allows the 24-year-old athlete to participate in international competitions without representing national symbols. At the same time as Kalicheva, serviceman Leonid Vinogradov received neutral status.
Previously, FIS granted neutral status to five Russian skiers: Saveliy Korostelev, Daria Nepryaeva, Nikita Denisov, Ksenia Shorokhova and Sergei Volkov. The Federation has softened the criteria for obtaining admission.
In December 2024, Kalicheva won the 10 km freestyle time trial at the third stage of the Russian Cup in Chusovoy. The athlete also has a bronze medal at the 2025 Russian Championship in the mass start and a victory at the Russian Championship among skiers under 20 in 2022.
Open Questions
- Will the athletes take part in the upcoming international competitions?
