Tom Grilk, BAA President and CEO said in a statement:"Like so many around the world, we are horrified and outraged by what we have seen and learned from the reporting in Ukraine.
The BAA, its races, and events will not recognize the country affiliation or flag of Russia or Belarus until further notice. The 2022 Boston Marathon, B.A.A. 5K, and BAA Invitational Mile do not include any professional or invited athletes from Russia or Belarus. Wilson Chebet crosses the finish line during the 125th Boston Marathon on October 11, 2021 in Boston, MassachusettsThe Association added it will provide all Ukrainians registered in the 126th Boston Marathon or the 5K race, who are unable to compete with a refund or option to participate another time.
It would be unethical to bring politics into sports
Russian & Belarusian athletes should banned from all international competitions for the next 200 years.
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