A 15-year-old skier from Russia kicked his opponent in the head during a competition.

Russian skier Georgy Filatov has been banned from participating in competitions until the end of the season

15-year-old Georgy Filatov, who kicked his opponent in the head in Udmurtia, will be suspended from participating in competitions until the end of the season. This was reported by 'Glavkom'.

The incident occurred during the 'Fast Skiing' competition in Udmurtia. During the race, Georgy Filatov collided with his 13-year-old opponent, who fell in front of him. He was kicked in the head while trying to get up.

The Presidium of the Federation of Ski Racing of Russia reviewed the video recording and confirmed the violation of the rules. A sanction was applied for this violation. Since this was a relay race, the sanction applies to the entire team.

The members of the presidium, by majority vote, decided to exclude Georgy Filatov from participating in all ski racing competitions until the end of the season.

It has been reported that former Ukrainian taekwondo athlete Yulia Volkova was disqualified for violating anti-doping rules

The reason for Yulia Volkova's disqualification was the prohibited substance 'furosemide', which was found in her sample in November 2014. The term of disqualification for this athlete will last from November 1, 2024, to October 31, 2026.

Volkova is a bronze medalist of the 2010 European Championship and a seven-Time champion of Ukraine.

Journalist Alexander Kruglov admitted that a hangover and stress affected his intoxication

Alexander Kruglov, a sports journalist who went missing before the Russian Biathlon Championship, stated that his alcohol abuse was caused by a hangover, stress, and grief.

After appearing in public in good condition, journalist Kruglov revealed that he is in a hospital in Tyumen due to pancreatitis. He is receiving IVs and medications, and after discharge, he will undergo treatment and a diet without alcohol. Kruglov also admitted that he enjoys 'drinking well' and thanked his hotel neighbor who kept him company.