The Russia-Greece match is in neutral venue
The International Athletics Federation said late tonight that the World Cup qualifiers for Russia and Greece will not be scheduled for March 8 in St. Petersburg due to the situation created by the invasion of Russian troops in Ukraine.
FINA adds that if there is a possibility of an alternative agreement, it will provide new information, leaving in essence the possibility of canceling the match.
Although earlier today FINA issued a statement that was mild, without mentioning the postponement or cancellation of events to be held in Russia, the evening also announced the cancellation of the World Series of swimming and diving, which were to take place. in April in Kazan.
The international federation concludes its new announcement by saying that other events assigned to Russia are under consideration, depending on the variety.
It is noted that in 2022 Kazan is scheduled to host both the World Junior Swimming Championship (August) and the World Swimming Championship 25ara (December).