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Sebastian Coe

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Coe warns politicians against interfering in sports, cites FIFA and Olympic ban

World Athletics President Sebastian Coe has warned against growing political interference in sports, citing the need for balance ahead of the 2028 Olympics. He also addressed the FIFA controversy and stood by the ban on Russian athletes.

Aug 15, 2026

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World Athletics President Vows to Defend Russia Sanctions in Court

World Athletics President Sebastian Coe has vowed to defend sanctions against Russia in court after the Russian Athletics Federation filed a new appeal with CAS. Coe insists the ban is about competitive integrity, not politics, despite different approaches by other Olympic bodies.

Aug 14, 2026