The International Gymnastics Federation announced on Sunday that it has asked its ethical foundation to open a disciplinary investigation into a Russian gymnast, who displayed on the podium of a World Cup event a sign linked to the offensive of the armed forces of Vladimir Putin in Ukraine.
Ivan Kuliak appeared on the podium in the parallel bars event, where he took third place, behind the Ukrainian winner Illia Kovtun, with a jersey bearing the letter "Z" in place of his country's flag.
Russian and Belarusian gymnasts excluded from competitions
This symbol has been seen on Russian tanks and vehicles in Ukraine and is interpreted as a symbol of support for the invasion.
The International Federation considered the behavior of the Russian gymnast to be "shocking".
In response to Russia's attack on Ukraine, Russian and Belarusian gymnasts, officials and referees can no longer participate in competitions organized by the FIG as of Monday, the federation said in its press release.
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