World Taekwondo, the international federation of this sport, has withdrawn from Russian President Vladimir Putin the honorary 9th dan black belt that he was awarded in November 2013.
The agency “firmly condemns the brutal attacks on innocent lives in Ukrainewhich go against World Taekwondo’s vision that ‘Peace is more precious than victory’, as well as against the values of respect and tolerance”.
It’s a statement, World Taekwondo informs of the withdrawal of Putin’s honorary title and, following what was suggested by the IOC, of the omission of the Russian flag and anthem and its ally Belarus in all competitions.
These two countries will not be able to organize international competitions.
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“Our thoughts are with the people of Ukraine and we look forward to a fpeaceful and immediate end of this war“, Add.
Also the International Judo Federation this weekend he retired Putin, the eighth dan of his favorite sport, the honorary vice-presidency he had held since 2008. (EFE)
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