The International Ski and Snowboard Federation rejected the application of Russian ski...
The International Ski and Snowboard Federation has rejected Russian skier Alexander Bolshunov’s application for neutral status, Interfax reports.
The athlete is a serving captain in Russia’s National Guard. He received the rank after his successful performance at the 2022 Beijing Olympics.
National Guard Captain Denied Neutral Status
Skier Alexander Bolshunov was denied neutral status; he is a serving National Guard captain.
The rank stayed. The neutral status didn't.