Russian Youth Volleyball Teams Allowed in European Tournaments
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- •On March 6, 2026, Russian youth volleyball teams were allowed to participate in European tournaments under the Russian flag.
- •On March 7, 2026, Russian youth and junior handball teams received permission to use the Russian national flag and anthem in international competitions.
- •The permissions restore official representation rights for Russian youth teams in volleyball and handball at European and international levels.
- •These decisions follow a period during which Russian youth teams were restricted from competing under national symbols in international events.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If European sports authorities maintain the permission for Russian youth volleyball teams to compete under the national flag Russian youth volleyball players will continue to gain international experience and visibility, supporting Russia's sports development and international sports relations.
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RUTASS (EN)Russian youth, junior handball teams to be allowed to use national flag, anthemRUInterfax (RU)Молодежные сборные России по гандболу допустят к международным турнирам под флагом РФRUKommersant (RU)Молодежные сборные России по гандболу допустили к международным соревнованиямRURBC (RU)Молодежные сборные России по гандболу допустили до международных турниров