Skeleton Competition Ban at the Olympics: Helmets On in Remembrance
Ukrainian skeleton athlete Wladyslaw Heraskewytsch was banned from competing in the Olympics for wearing a helmet that honored athletes killed by Russia's invasion.
The Heraskewytsch Case and Its Consequences: How an Invitation to Take Legal Action State Court
The article discusses the legal challenges faced by Ukrainian skeleton athlete Wladyslaw Heraskewytsch following a rejection of his appeal by the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
The Heraskewytsch Case and Its Consequences: How an Invitation to Go to State Courts Became a Reality
Ukrainian skeleton athlete Wladyslaw Heraskewytsch is navigating complex legal challenges following a ruling from the Court of Arbitration for Sport regarding his participation in the Winter Games.
Exclusion after Helmeklat: The IOC abuses its monopoly
The article discusses the exclusion of athlete Wladyslaw Heraskewytsch from the Olympics, highlighting issues with the IOC's rules, transparency, and the need for court clarification.
Podcast 'And now to sports': The case of Heraskewytsch: How the IOC is harming the Winter Games
The case of Ukrainian athlete Wladislaw Heraskewytsch's disqualification for honoring war victims on his helmet highlights the intersection of politics and the Olympic Games.
Liveblog Olympics 2026: Ukrainian Heraskewytsch: 'We will take this case to court'
Ukrainian athlete Wladyslaw Heraskewytsch plans to pursue legal action against the IOC after being excluded from the Olympic Skeleton competitions.
Current Lexicon: What are crocodile tears?
The article discusses Kirsty Coventry's emotional response to the disqualification of Ukrainian athlete Wladyslaw Heraskewytsch, likening it to 'crocodile tears' since she, as the IOC chair, was crying over her own decision.
Skeleton at the Olympics: Silver and Bronze for Jungk and Grotheer
German skeleton athletes Axel Jungk and Christopher Grotheer won silver and bronze medals at the Olympics, while the event was overshadowed by the absence of competitor Wladyslaw Heraskewytsch due to a disqualification.
Helmet Debacle at the Olympics: 'The Mistake Happened in Sochi 2014'
The Court of Arbitration for Sport has confirmed the exclusion of Ukrainian athlete Wladyslaw Heraskewytsch from the Olympic skeleton competition due to refusing to compete without a helmet depicting 22 deceased Ukrainian athletes.
The Heraskewytsch Case: The Helmet Scandal Reveals How Ambiguous the IOC's Rules Are
Ukrainian athlete Wladyslaw Heraskewytsch faces IOC restrictions for his helmet displaying the faces of athletes killed by Russia in Ukraine, sparking commentary on the IOC's unclear regulations.
Current Lexicon: Who is a Skeletoni?
Ukrainian skeleton pilot Wladislaw Heraskewytsch was disqualified by the IOC before his competition due to political messaging on his helmet.
Helmet Dispute at the Olympics: The DOSB Chooses Compliance
The German Olympic Sports Confederation (DOSB) emphasizes rule compliance in the conflict surrounding Ukrainian skeleton racer Wladyslaw Heraskewytsch and the IOC.
After Exclusion by the IOC: Wladyslaw Heraskewytsch and His Fight for the Images
Ukrainian athlete Wladyslaw Heraskewytsch discusses his exclusion from the IOC and reflects on the impact of war in Ukraine on sports and his personal journey.
Liveblog Olympics 2026: 'These were the craziest days of my life'
Ukrainian skeleton athlete Wladyslaw Heraskewytsch aims to continue competing in the 2026 Olympics despite being banned by the International Olympic Committee, as Germany prepares for the Winter Games.
Helmet uproar over Ukrainian: "They have stolen my Olympic moment"
Ukrainian skeleton athlete Wladyslaw Heraskewytsch was disqualified from the 2026 Winter Olympics for violating the IOC's guidelines on athlete expressions.
Scandal at the Winter Games: The Failure of the IOC
The exclusion of a skeleton athlete due to a helmet featuring images of athletes killed in the war marks a significant defeat for IOC President Kirsty Coventry.
Podcast: 'On Point': Helmet Scandal: The Myth of the Unpolitical Games
Ukrainian skeleton athlete Wladyslaw Heraskewytsch was disqualified from the Olympics for wearing a helmet that commemorated athletes killed by the Russian invasion, in a move that the IOC deemed a political statement.
Disqualification of the Ukrainian Heraskewytsch: The Biggest Scandal of These Olympic Winter Games
Ukrainian skeleton athlete Wladyslaw Heraskewytsch was disqualified for wearing a helmet that honored Ukrainian athletes killed in the war, prompting a significant controversy surrounding the IOC's actions.
Liveblog Olympics 2026: 'Moment of Shame': Ukrainian to Contest Exclusion
Ukrainian skeleton athlete Wladislaw Heraskewytsch intends to contest his exclusion from the 2026 Winter Olympics before the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
Olympics: Ukrainian Heraskewytsch Disqualified for Helmet with War Victims
Ukrainian skeleton athlete Wladyslaw Heraskewytsch has been disqualified from the Olympic competition in Cortina for wearing a helmet adorned with portraits of athletes killed by Russian soldiers.
Live Blog Olympics 2026: Controversy Over Helmet - Ukrainian Skeleton Racer Excluded
Ukrainian skeleton athlete Wladyslaw Heraskewytsch has been excluded from the Olympic competition due to a helmet controversy involving images of sports colleagues killed in the war.
Ukrainian Sports Minister in Interview: "The Ban is Not Fair"
Ukrainian Sports Minister Matwij Bidnyj discusses the recent controversy surrounding athlete Wladyslaw Heraskewytsch's helmet display honoring athletes killed in the war, emphasizing the unfairness of the International Olympic Committee's rules.
Liveblog Olympic 2026: 'Absurd Theater': Ukrainian Criticizes the IOC
Ukrainian skeleton athlete Wladyslaw Heraskewytsch criticizes the International Olympic Committee's stance on his helmet bearing images of deceased athletes ahead of the 2026 Olympics.
Commemoration of deceased athletes: Too real for the IOC
The IOC has prohibited Ukrainian athlete Wladyslaw Heraskewytsch from wearing a helmet with images of athletes killed in the war, offering a wristband as an alternative, while simultaneously allowing Russia's participation in the Games.
Ban on Helmet for Ukraine's Skeleton Rider: The IOC is on the Right and Wrong Side at the Same Time
The IOC has banned Ukrainian skeleton rider Wladyslaw Heraskewytsch from wearing a helmet featuring the names of fallen Ukrainian athletes, a decision that has drawn criticism for its insensitivity amid the ongoing war with Russia.
Liveblog Olympics 2026: Controversy over Helmet of Ukrainian Skeleton Racer β "Decision that Breaks My Heart"
Ukrainian skeleton racer Wladyslaw Heraskewytsch faces a ban on his specially designed helmet intended to honor war victims from his homeland.
Live Blog Olympics 2026: Ukrainian Flag Bearer Represents War Victims
Ukrainian athlete Wladyslaw Heraskewytsch honors fallen sportspeople from the war at the 2026 Winter Olympics with a helmet featuring their photos.
Ukrainian Flag Bearer in Interview: "Every Time I Go to Ukraine, I Attend a Funeral"
Wladyslaw Heraskewytsch, a Ukrainian skeleton athlete, discusses his experiences and the impact of the ongoing war in Ukraine on his life and sport.