Ukrainian racer in war victim helmet row

WINTER OLYMPICS

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The International Olympic Committee says it wants Ukrainian skeleton athlete Vladyslav Heraskevych to race as it seeks to resolve the issue over his helmet that features pictures of people killed in the war with Russia.The IOC has said the helmet is in contravention of the rules and offered a compromise of allowing Heraskevych to wear a black armband when the competition starts today.

IOC spokesperson Mark Adams would not be drawn on the possible sanctions the organisation could impose if he maintains that stance. He said: “I don't think it is helpful to look at hypotheticals,