The article criticizes the decision not to allow Ukrainian athlete Vladyslav Heraskevych to compete in Olympic skeleton due to bureaucratic rules, amidst a backdrop of ongoing war and suffering in Ukraine.
The article reflects on the decision made during the Olympics regarding Ukrainian athlete Vladyslav Heraskevych, who was excluded from competing in skeleton despite having a pass. This decision is critiqued in light of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, where the loss of lives among athletes and civilians weighs heavily. The author suggests that this moment could have been used as an exception to express solidarity with those who have died due to the conflict, evoking powerful historical references to other moments of protest in sports.
