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How Russian attack on Ukraine has affected sports - IN PICS

The Russian attack on Ukraine has certainly affected many people in many ways. People in Ukraine, as well as those who migrated to the country, are trying to leave the country while the missiles keep landing in Ukraine capital Kyiv. The world of sports has also been impacted due to the ongoing attack. There are many events in Russia either cancelled or moved out. At the same time, many elite athletes have reacted to the developments in Ukraine.

Here's a quick look at what all impact Russian-Ukraine war has had on sports so far.

Zee Media Bureau|

Updated:Feb 27, 2022, 04:20 PM IST

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Manchester United did not want to stay silent

After the Russia-Ukraine crisis escalated, Premier League club Manchester United has taken a stance as well. They have withdrawn sponsorships rights of Russian airlinasAeroflot. They had come on board in 2013, replacing then then airline partners Turkish Airlines. (Twitter)

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Putin faces wrath of International Judo Federation

The International Judo Federation (IJF) has cancelled its Grand Slam event in Kazan in Russia. Further, IJF also announced the suspension of Vladimir Putin’s status as its Honorary President.

The International Ski Federation (FIS) has either cancelled or moved out five events which were scheduled to take place in Russia in February and March. (Twitter)

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Formula 1 took a bold stance

F1 has taken a bold stance, cancelling the race in Sochi this year. The Russian GP stands cancelled. Sochi was added to F1 calendar in 2014. Champions like Sebastian Vettel and Max Verstappen have already said how wrong it will be to race in Russia knowing what is happening currently. (Twitter)

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Many countries have refused to play World Cup qualifiers in Russia

Poland, Sweden and Czech Republic have refused to play their football World Cup qualifiers in Russia due to the Russian attack on Ukraine. Poland's striker Robert Lewandowski has also supported the refusal to not play in Russia, saying, "It is the right decision! I can’t imagine playing a match with the Russian National Team in a situation when armed aggression in Ukraine continues. Russian footballers and fans are not responsible for this, but we can’t pretend that nothing is happening." (Twitter)

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Champions League moves out of Russia

Champions League 2011-22 final, earlier scheduled to take place at St. Petersburg in Russia, now shifted to Stade de France in Paris, in wake of the Russian attack on Ukraine. (Twitter)