WATCH German athletes snub Russian Paralympic champions
German athletes Linn Kazmaier and Florian Baumann are under investigation by the IPC for turning their backs on Russian Paralympic gold medalists during a medal ceremony.
German medallists under investigation for Russian Paralympic protest
German Paralympians Linn Kazmaier and Florian Baumann are being investigated by the International Paralympic Committee for protesting against Russian athletes during a medal ceremony.
Paralympics, German athlete on the podium refuses to be photographed with Russian gold medalist: what happened
A German athlete, Linn Kazmaier, refused to be photographed with the Russian gold medalist, Anastasia Baghiyan, during the medal ceremony at the Beijing 2026 Paralympics, highlighting ongoing tensions over Russia's participation in international sporting events.
Paralympic Games: A Strong Gesture from a German Duo on the Podium During the Russian Anthem as 'Solidarity' for Ukraine
During the medal ceremony at the Paralympics, German athlete Linn Kazmaier and her guide showed solidarity with Ukraine by turning their backs on the Russian flag and keeping their hats on during the Russian anthem.
German Paralympians demonstratively refuse joint photo with Russians
German Paralympians, led by athlete Linn Kazmaier, refuse to take a photo with Russian athletes at the 2026 Winter Paralympics in a protest against their participation.