
IOC Lifts ROC Suspension as Russia’s Return Rules Pivot on Doping Oversight
The IOC Executive Board provisionally lifted the ROC suspension because ROC no longer includes regional bodies in territories under Ukraine’s NOC; the previous conditions for Russian participation are no longer applicable for LA28 and the 2028 Winter Youth Games, but returning athletes must still meet anti-doping requirements, with a national RUSADA/ROC program overseen by the ITA and coordinated by IFs. The IOC will not host events in Russia or invite Russian government officials, and a decision on displaying the Russian flag, anthem, or identifications at the Games will be made by IFs and organizers. The IOC remains in solidarity with Ukraine and will continue support through solidarity programs, while monitoring RUSADA governance and reserving the right to reassess measures by 2028 if compliance questions persist.












