The Russian rowing team is set to compete in the upcoming Olympic Qualifier, albeit in a limited capacity. This is due to the fact that the Russian Rowing Federation (RRF) was suspended by the International Rowing Federation (FISA) in December 2019 due to doping violations.
The RRF was suspended for four years, meaning that the Russian rowing team will not be able to compete in the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. However, the RRF has been allowed to enter a limited number of athletes in the upcoming Olympic Qualifier, which will take place in Lucerne, Switzerland in May 2021.
The RRF has been allowed to enter three boats in the men’s single sculls, men’s double sculls, and women’s double sculls events. This means that a total of six athletes will be able to compete in the Olympic Qualifier.
The RRF has stated that it is pleased with the decision to allow its athletes to compete in the Olympic Qualifier, as it gives them an opportunity to qualify for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. The RRF also stated that it is committed to ensuring that all of its athletes adhere to the highest standards of fair play and anti-doping regulations.
It remains to be seen how successful the Russian rowing team will be in the Olympic Qualifier. However, it is clear that the RRF is committed to ensuring that its athletes are able to compete at the highest level and that they are held to the same standards as all other athletes.
This is an important step forward for Russian rowing and it will be interesting to see how the team fares in the Olympic Qualifier. Regardless of the outcome, it is clear that the RRF is determined to ensure that its athletes are able to compete at the highest level and that they are held to the same standards as all other athletes.
