Graudina's letter against Russia's return to volleyball signed by athletes from 19 countries
World beach volleyball champion Tīna Graudiņa has initiated a letter to the International Volleyball Federation calling for a review of Russian players' return to competitions. The letter has been signed by athletes from 19 countries.
Latvian beach volleyball player Tīna Graudiņa, the reigning world champion, has written a letter to the International Volleyball Federation (FIVB) requesting a reconsideration of the decision to allow Russian volleyball players back into international competitions. The initiative has gained support from athletes representing 19 countries, who have added their signatures to the appeal. Graudiņa confirmed the development in a conversation with LETA on Monday, stating that the letter has been dispatched. The specific names or countries of the signatories have not been officially disclosed yet, but the initiative indicates broad international backing for the call to keep Russian athletes out of international events. This is not the first time athletes have expressed concerns over Russia's return to sports following the invasion of Ukraine, and Graudiņa's move represents another effort to maintain existing restrictions.
