Olympic champion in fencing Olga Kharlan commented on the issue of the removal of Russian athletes from international tournaments.

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Already, unfortunately, there are rumors that, perhaps, Russian athletes may be allowed. I think we need to prepare for this,"

The fencer also noted that she does not rule out a boycott of tournaments with the participation of Russians by Ukrainians, but this decision should be made collectively:.

" As for the boycott - I cannot answer this question, because it should be a collective decision of the whole fencing, it cannot be just my opinion.. We must act as a team here..

It is very difficult, especially with our federation (international - approx.. ), there "

Recall that at the moment the International Fencing Federation (FIE) has banned Russian athletes to compete even in a neutral status.

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Earlier it was reported that the Ukrainian Olympic medalist won the bronze of the World Fencing Championship.