Just one day after the FIA stopped short of following a recommendation from the International Olympic Committee to prevent Russia athletes from taking part in international events, Britain’s Motorsport UK has announced more draconian measures.
In a statement it announced that no Russian- or Belarusian-licensed teams, competitors or officials will be allowed to enter or participate in sanctioned events in the UK.
Furthermore, it said that no Russian/Belarusian national symbols, colours, or flags will be allowed to be displayed at Motorsport UK competitions.
The decision has been made following full consultation between Motorsport UK and the British government.
David Richards, who is the chair of Motorsport UK, said it was essential that strict action was taken to make clear the horror at Russia’s invasion of the Ukraine.
“The entire Motorsport UK community condemns the acts of war by Russia and Belarus in Ukraine and expresses its solidarity and support towards all those…
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