Finland bars Russian athletes from entering country over Ukraine war
Summary
Finland will restrict Russian nationals from entering the country while Russia’s war in Ukraine continues, including athletes competing under neutral status. The policy could affect several sporting events in Finland, including the figure skating world championships scheduled for March in Tampere.Key Facts
- Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen said Finland considers Russian athletes’ entry a threat to its international relations.
- The restriction will apply to Russian athletes competing for national teams and those competing as neutral athletes.
- Finland hosts a figure skating Grand Prix and a cross-country skiing World Cup this month.
- The figure skating world championships scheduled for March in Tampere could be affected.
- The International Skating Union said it is studying the policy’s implications and seeking clarification from Finnish skating officials.
- The measure takes effect Monday and is not expected to affect NHL games in Helsinki or ski races in Levi scheduled before then.
- Finland has pledged not to play Russia at the ice hockey world championships. Germany is considering whether to host the men’s tournament.
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