February 12, 2026

Ukrainian Athlete Barred From Winter Olympics Over Helmet Honoring War Dead

Vladyslav Heraskevych, a medal hopeful in the skeleton, was barred from competing shortly before the race began on Feb. 12.

Ukrainian Athlete Barred From Winter Olympics Over Helmet Honoring War Dead

TL;DR

  • Ukrainian Olympian Vladyslav Heraskevych was barred from the men's skeleton race on February 12th.
  • Heraskevych was wearing a helmet that honored Ukrainian athletes and coaches who died in the war with Russia.
  • The International Olympic Committee (IOC) prohibits statements on the field of play.
  • The International Bobsled and Skeleton Federation (IBSF) stated the helmet violated Olympic Charter and Athlete Expression Guidelines.

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