MOSCOW, February 26 The Norwegian Ski Federation opposed the participation of Russian athletes in international competitions to be held on the territory of the country, the text of the statement is given by NRK. From March 3 to 6, the World Cup in cross-country skiing, biathlon and ski jumping will be held in Drammen and Holmenkollen, and on March 17-20 — the World Cup in biathlon .»Today, the board of the Norwegian Ski Federation discussed the situation regarding Russia's invasion of Ukraine and how it will affect the upcoming World Cup races and World Championships in Norway. The message of the Norwegian Ski Federation to Russia and Russian skiers is very clear: we do not want their participation,” the statement said. “We will send a clear signal to the International Ski Federation (FIS) that we do not want Russia and Russian athletes to compete in Norway in the nearest the last few weeks,» federation president Eric Röste is quoted as saying by NRK.
