Zaharova comments on the fate of a Ukrainian athlete – taunting or chilling threat?
Maria Zakharova, spokesperson for the Russian Foreign Ministry, taunts Ukrainian athlete Vladyslav Heraskevytsia after he was barred from competing in the Olympics for refusing to remove his helmet, which depicted Ukrainian athletes killed due to the Russian invasion.
Ukrainian skeleton racer Heraskevych plans to come back to Olympics 2030 with same remembrance helmet and win
Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych aims to return to the Olympics in 2030 with a focus on winning while honoring fallen heroes through his remembrance helmet.
Heraskevičs: The IOC is not on the right side of history. Calls for Coventry to resign
Ukrainian skeleton athlete Vladislav Heraskevičs has called for the resignation of IOC President Kirsty Coventry, criticizing her handling of his disqualification from the Olympics due to a helmet issue.
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.
Three medals, two genders, and one solidarity
The article discusses the exclusion of Ukrainian athlete Vladyslav Heraskevych from the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics for refusing to remove his helmet painted with portraits of Ukrainian athletes killed by Russian aggression.
How did disinformers tarnish Ukraine at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics?
During the Winter Olympics, the disqualification of Ukrainian skeleton athlete Vladislav Heraskevich became a major topic of disinformation.
Ukrainian skeleton athlete felt it was a betrayal not to compete in the memorial helmet. An interview with a Ukrainian sports journalist
The article discusses the disqualification of Ukrainian skeleton athlete Vladislavs Heraskevičs for wearing a helmet in tribute to Russian victims, highlighting the emotional impact in Ukraine and reactions to the International Olympic Committee's stance on the issue.
Three proposals at the Olympics – An emotional moment captured in photos
Ukrainian freeskier Kateryna Kotsar got engaged at the Olympics after her boyfriend proposed following her qualification for the big air finals.
Olympics: Ukraine announces boycott of the Paralympic opening ceremony
Ukraine's Paralympic Committee has officially announced a boycott of the opening ceremony of the Winter Paralympics, demanding that the Ukrainian flag not be used at the event.
LIVE - 2026 Olympics: France aims to stay in the Top 4, biathletes dream of a grand finale, Ukraine will boycott the Para Games ceremony due to the Russians
France's Olympic team is aspiring to remain among the top four nations, while Ukrainian athletes plan to boycott the opening ceremony of the Paralympic Games in response to Russian participation.
When Ukraine marched into the stadium in Milan, it was with a Russian at the forefront
During the opening of the Winter Olympics in Milan, the Ukrainian delegation entered the stadium led by a Russian, a moment that symbolically defied Russian aggression against Ukraine.
Ukrainians to ERR on competing with athletes from the aggressor country: it is disgusting
Ukrainian athletes express their disgust over competing against athletes from Russia at the Olympics, feeling unsupported by the International Olympic Committee.
Disqualified for Wearing a Helmet in Memory of Friends: What Ukrainian Athlete Yevhen Huraskevych Spoke About 'Absence of Victory'
Ukrainian athlete Yevhen Huraskevych spoke about the significance of his disqualification at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics due to wearing a helmet in memory of friends lost in the war, emphasizing the ongoing struggle in Ukraine.
VIDEO: Ukrainian Skeleton Racer Received $200,000 After Being Disqualified from the Winter Olympics
Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych received a donation of over $200,000 after being disqualified from the Winter Olympics due to political imagery on his helmet.
Surprising revelation about the Olympics – She was actually Russian
Russian architect Anastasia Kutcherova carried a Ukrainian sign at the opening ceremony of the Milan-Cortina Olympics, defying her nationality.
Ukrainian athlete kicked out of the Olympics receives a huge sum of money
Ukrainian luge athlete Vladyslav Heraskevyts, disqualified from the Olympics, is set to receive a donation of approximately €197,000 from billionaire Rinat Akhmetov in recognition of his efforts and sacrifices for Ukraine amidst the war.
Russian propagandists generate AI videos to discredit Ukrainian Olympians – BBC
A Russian disinformation network is using AI-generated videos to undermine the credibility of Ukrainian athletes competing in the Winter Olympics.
Ukraine's Foreign Ministry demands IOC investigation over Russian woman carrying Ukraine placard at Olympics opening
Ukraine's Foreign Ministry has called for an investigation by the International Olympic Committee after a Russian woman was chosen to carry a placard for the Ukrainian team at the Olympic opening ceremony.
Disqualified Winter Olympics star receives surprise £147,000 donation after gesture
Ukrainian skeleton athlete Vladyslav Heraskevych, disqualified for honoring fallen compatriots with his helmet at the 2026 Winter Olympics, receives a £147,000 donation to continue representing Ukraine.
Support for Ukraine at the Olympics: Swedes chant 'Freedom', Italians 'Forza Ucraina', Latvians say 'Thank you very much!'
Ukrainian athletes receive an outpouring of support from international fans at the 2026 Winter Olympic Games in Milan Cortina, with various nations expressing solidarity through chants and gestures.
Liveblog Olympics 2026: Russian carried Ukraine banner at opening ceremony
A Russian athlete carrying a Ukrainian banner at the Olympics 2026 opening ceremony has sparked outrage in Ukraine, drawing sharp criticism from officials.
The IOC silences Ukraine: it knows that if one speaks, they all will
The IOC has expelled Ukrainian athlete Vladyslav Heraskevych for wearing a helmet honoring deceased athletes from the war with Russia, highlighting ongoing political disputes surrounding the Milan-Cortina Olympics.
Sports Politics: Russian Carries Ukraine Banner at Olympics Opening
A Russian architect led the Ukrainian delegation at the Olympic Winter Games opening ceremony, carrying a banner despite tensions surrounding the participation of Russian athletes.
The economic donation received by the Ukrainian disqualified by the IOC for using a helmet honoring athletes killed in the war with Russia
Ukrainian skeleton skier Vladyslav Heraskevych received a $200,000 donation after being disqualified by the IOC for wearing a helmet that commemorated athletes who died in the war with Russia.
Russian propaganda runs wild: who were the people immortalized on the Ukrainian athlete's helmet?
Ukrainian skeleton athlete Vladyslav Heraskevych faced disqualification for displaying portraits of fallen Ukrainian sports representatives on his helmet, amid allegations of provocative political acts.
"If there was no war, we would be connected"... A Russian-born architect holding a sign for Ukraine
A Russian-born architect in Milan, Anastasia Kucherova, drew attention for volunteering to hold a sign for the Ukrainian team during the opening ceremony of the 2026 Winter Olympics, symbolizing solidarity amidst the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
Ukrainian athlete disqualified for wearing ‘memorial helmet’ received gold medal equivalent compensation
A Ukrainian skeleton athlete disqualified for attempting to wear a ‘memorial helmet’ at the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics received a donation equivalent to a gold medal prize from the owner of Shakhtar Donetsk.
Did Ukrainian athletes really get housed separately in the Olympic village?
Russian propagandists claim that Ukrainian athletes were isolated in the Olympic village due to conflicts with other teams, citing misinformation from CBC News.
After disqualification from the Winter Olympics, Ukrainian athlete receives a $200,000 donation
Ukrainian skeleton athlete Vladyslav Heraskevych has received a $200,000 donation after being disqualified from the Winter Olympics for wearing a helmet commemorating athletes killed in the war with Russia.
The Ukrainian disqualified for the helmet will receive 200,000 euros from the boss of Shakhtar: 'Pride and respect'
Ukrainian athlete Vladyslav Heraskevych, disqualified from the Winter Olympics for wearing a helmet depicting Ukrainian athletes killed in the war, will receive over $200,000 from Shakhtar Donetsk's owner as a recognition of his honor and commitment.
Ukrainian Heraskevych and the Olympics / 'Memory Helmet' from the Perspective of the Right to Freedom of Expression
Ukrainian skeleton athlete Vladyslav Heraskevych intended to wear a tribute helmet honoring deceased Ukrainian athletes during the Winter Olympics, but was prevented by the IOC for violating rules on political expressions.
Milano Cortina 2026: Ukrainian athletes targeted by disinformation
Ukrainian athletes participating in the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics face a wave of disinformation campaigns believed to be orchestrated by Russian sources.
Russian propaganda spreads new fakes about Ukrainian skeleton racer during Olympics
Russian media has propagated false claims regarding Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych during the Olympics, aiming to discredit Ukraine.
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.
PHOTOS: Andrus Veerpalu's Ukrainian biathletes have performed better at the Olympics than Estonians
Andrus Veerpalu, a two-time Olympic champion, now leads the Ukrainian biathlon team's support crew at the Milan-Cortina Winter Games, alongside former support staff from Estonia.
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.
The Most Famous Skeleton Helmet in the World: Who Are the People Depicted on It?
Ukrainian skeleton athlete V. Heraskevyčius was disqualified for refusing to remove a helmet commemorating athletes who died due to Russia's invasion.
Medal for Conscience
The article discusses a Ukrainian skeleton athlete's tribute to fallen sportspeople amid the ongoing Russian aggression.
"Ukraine, you have all annoyed us," – Russians spread viral lie about Hungarian skier at the Olympics
A viral false story about a Hungarian skier's reaction to Ukrainian athletes' protests at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Olympics has spread among pro-Russian media.
Ukrainian skeleton racer Heraskevych posts photo of IOC president receiving award from Zimbabwean dictator
Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych has criticized the IOC's statement on his state award, drawing parallels with IOC President Kirsty Coventry's recognition from Robert Mugabe.
Confusion and anger — Olympic viewers condemn the disqualification of Ukrainian skeletonist
Latvian Olympian Dainis Dukurs expresses outrage over the disqualification of a Ukrainian skeletonist for wearing a helmet honoring fallen friends in the war, signaling a broader discontent regarding the treatment of athletes from conflict zones.
Who were the Ukrainian athletes honored on the 'barred' helmet at the Winter Olympics; see INFOGRAPHIC
Ukrainian athlete Vladislav Heraskevych faced disqualification from the 2026 Winter Olympics for attempting to compete with a helmet honoring deceased compatriots in the war, which the International Olympic Committee deemed as a political statement.
President of Ukraine honors athlete disqualified for helmet with photos of the dead in the war
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy awarded an Olympic skeleton athlete, Vladislav Heraskevych, who was disqualified for wearing a helmet honoring war victims in his Olympic debut.
Olympian Bobsledder Kicked Out Receives Honor
Ukrainian bobsledder Vladyslav Heraskevytsh faced exclusion from the Olympics due to his plan to wear a helmet honoring the victims of the war in Ukraine, which the IOC deemed politically inappropriate.
Zelensky Awards Athlete who was Excluded from the Olympics
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky commended a 27-year-old Ukrainian athlete at the Munich Security Conference for honoring the memory of deceased athletes due to Russian aggression while addressing his exclusion from the 2026 Winter Olympics.
Liveblog Olympics 2026: 'Completely against us': Ukrainian makes serious allegations against IOC
Ukrainian figure skater Kyrylo Marsak criticized the IOC after his performance, citing the recent disqualification of a fellow athlete and overall negative sentiment.
Volodymyr Zelensky awards honor after the helmet controversy
Ukrainian athlete Vladyslav Heraskevytj receives an honor from President Volodymyr Zelensky after being disqualified by the IOC for wearing a politically charged helmet during the Olympics.
Disqualified Ukrainian Olympian Says He Is Disappointed, Calls Decision Discriminatory
A Ukrainian athlete has expressed disappointment over his disqualification from the Winter Olympics due to a helmet protest, deeming the decision discriminatory.
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The International Olympic Committee has sidelined the sporting elements of the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics to focus on Ukrainian skeleton athlete Vladyslav Heraskevych, removing him from competition due to an unsuitable helmet.