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FIFA's Infantino apologizes for British fans joke and calls for Russia ban lift
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FIFA President Gianni Infantino has apologized for a controversial joke about British football fans at the 2022 Qatar World Cup, describing it as a light-hearted remark to highlight the event's peaceful nature. In a Sky News interview, he defended awarding U.S. President Donald Trump the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize and urged lifting the ban on Russia from international football competitions. His comments drew sharp criticism from Ukraine amid the ongoing war.
The Court of Arbitration for Sport has dismissed Russian cross-country skier Alexander Bolshunov's appeal to compete in the 2026 Winter Olympics as an Individual Neutral Athlete. The decision hinges on jurisdictional limits, ending his bid to defend three gold medals from Beijing. This ruling stems from ongoing sanctions against Russian athletes due to the invasion of Ukraine.