Athletes' access to the competition should not be restricted because of the type of passport they hold." International Olympic Committee - about Finland's restrictions for Russian athletes.

Athletes' access to the competition should not be restricted because of the type of passport they hold." International Olympic Committee - about Finland's restrictions for Russian athletes.

The International Olympic Committee commented on Finland's intention to tighten the entry rules for Russian athletes.

"Athletes' access to international competition should not be limited by the type of passport they hold, or dependent on their government's involvement in war or conflict. This principle should be applied consistently to all athletes from all National Olympic Committees," says an IOC press representative in response to The Insider's request.

The IOC added that it "within its powers" supports international sports federations and national Olympic committees "in their efforts to ensure the participation of athletes in international competitions, including issues related to visas."

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Finland (followed by Norway) has announced that it will tighten entry for Russian athletes, including those competing in neutral status and with visas. Between November 20-22, the Grand Prix of Figure Skating will take place in Helsinki, where seven Russian skaters are registered. The World Figure Skating Championships are planned for March in Tampere, which also attracts Russian athletes.