After the death of the mother of US shot putter Raven Saunders, the International Olympic Committee suspended proceedings against the Tokyo silver medalist for the time being.
"We extend our condolences to Raven and her family," said IOC spokesman Mark Adams on Wednesday.
The umbrella organization had targeted the athlete because of a protest gesture during the medal ceremony.
Saunders had formed an X over her head with her arms at the awards ceremony.
This is a symbol for all people who are oppressed, said the 25-year-old.
The IOC then announced talks with the US association and also with World Athletics, the athletics umbrella organization.
Even after the relaxation of Rule 50 of the Olympic Charter, athletes are prohibited from political messages on the podium.
Saunders may have violated this provision.
"Until further notice," said IOC spokesman Adams, the ongoing proceedings in the matter are now suspended.
Saunders reported on Wednesday morning with a message on social media of her mother's death.
"My heart and soul scream," she wrote.
But her mother is now in a beautiful place.
"I will miss your love, your laughter, your hugs, your advice, your amusement, your sudden dances," wrote the shot putter.
The US Olympic Committee had previously expressed its condolences to the athlete. "Your mother leaves an incredible legacy in her daughter that we are so proud of and grateful to call her our teammate," said USOPC.