The Badminton World Federation (BWF) is pleased to announce that athletes from Russia and Belarus will have the opportunity to participate as Individual Neutral Athletes in BWF sanctioned tournaments starting from February 26, 2024.
Embracing Neutrality
The BWF Council has approved a regulative framework that allows athletes with Russian and Belarusian passports to compete as neutrals. In the coming months, the BWF will finalize the operational framework by determining and developing various regulative and operational areas. The process to establish the eligibility of athletes will also be initiated during this time.
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This framework follows the eligibility criteria set by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) for athletes’ participation. It includes a detailed administrative process to support the entry of players from Russia and Belarus as neutral athletes. To ensure a fair and compliant environment, a player eligibility panel will be established to conduct due diligence and scrutinize all conditions of entry. The BWF will also monitor the behavior of Individual Neutral Athletes to ensure they adhere to these conditions.
Promoting Peace and Solidarity
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BWF President Poul-Erik Høyer expressed the importance of this decision for the sport. He emphasized the BWF’s unwavering support for the people of Ukraine and the Ukrainian badminton community, while strongly condemning the invasion of Ukraine. The BWF Council aligns itself with the principles of the IOC and the global sports movement, advocating for open participation of athletes in international competitions.
The decision to lift the suspension on Russian and Belarusian athletes who meet the criteria to participate as individual neutral athletes is seen as a positive step forward. It reflects the BWF’s commitment to promoting peace and solidarity. Extensive work has been done to create a safe and thorough process that supports this decision, with protocols in place to safeguard all participants.
Implementation and Event Participation
The practical implementation of this framework and the participation of Individual Neutral Athletes in BWF calendar events will be done in collaboration with the Member Hosts of the respective events. This collaboration aims to mitigate risks such as tournament cancellations or other disproportionate impacts on tournament organizers.
The reinstatement process will begin in September, starting with eligibility applications and subsequent due diligence. Approved players will then be subject to a robust anti-doping and testing framework. This paves the way for their participation in the beginning of 2024 and towards their involvement in tournaments from February 2024 onwards.
FAQs
How will this decision be implemented?
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The BWF will work closely with the Member Hosts of the respective events to ensure the smooth implementation of this decision, taking into account any potential challenges such as tournament cancellations or other disproportionate impacts.
What is the eligibility process for athletes?
Athletes from Russia and Belarus will need to go through an eligibility process, which includes a due diligence phase that evaluates their compliance with the conditions set by the BWF.
Can the playing status of athletes be reconsidered?
If the behavior of an individual athlete compromises the eligibility criteria used for their reinstatement, the BWF reserves the right to reconsider their playing status.
Conclusion
The BWF is thrilled to offer athletes from Russia and Belarus the opportunity to participate as Individual Neutral Athletes in BWF sanctioned tournaments. This decision, made in close collaboration with the IOC, reflects the BWF’s commitment to promoting peace and solidarity in the world of badminton. With a robust framework in place and protocols to ensure the safety and fairness of all participants, the BWF is ready to embrace this new chapter in the sport’s history. For more information about the BWF, please visit the Carnegiecentre website.
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