Putin Accuses IOC of Exposing Corruption Among Sports Officials

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•Vladimir Putin delivered his comments about the International Olympic Committee on 22 April 2026.
•Putin described the behavior of the previous IOC leadership as "shameful" and "cowardly".
•He accused the IOC of applying double standards to different military conflicts around the world.
•Putin claimed that actions by the IOC had exposed corruption among international sports officials.
•He said Russia would keep a solid stance on the global sports arena despite pressure.
•Russian coverage framed the criticism as a response to efforts to undermine Russia in international competitions.
•Chinese media highlighted Putin’s use of the terms "shameful" and "cowardly" toward IOC leaders.

What Could Happen If...

▸If the IOC maintains strict limits on Russian athletes at upcoming Olympics Russian sports bodies may deepen alternative competitions with friendly countries, reducing contact with IOC events.

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RUKommersant (RU)Путин назвал поведение прежнего руководства МОК трусливым и позорным RUTASS (EN)Putin highlights IOC's double standards when it comes to military conflicts RUInterfax (RU)Путин назвал позорным и трусливым поведение прежнего руководства МОК RUSputnik (EN)Putin: IOC's Actions Exposed Corruption Among International Sports Officials

On 22 April 2026, President Vladimir Putin accused the former International Olympic Committee leadership of corruption, cowardice and double standards over how it treats countries involved in military conflicts. He said Russia would maintain a firm presence in global sport despite what he described as attempts to sideline it. The clash keeps relations strained between Moscow and Olympic officials as decisions on Russian athletes at future Games continue to loom.