Mārtiņš Dambergs, who is both a vice president and a board member of the International Bobsleigh and Skeleton Federation (IBSF), shared his views regarding the disqualification of Ukrainian skeletonist Vladyslav Heraskevič. He stated that the decision, which he finds unacceptable both personally and as an official of the federation, was made by the IBSF jury, indicating a separation between his personal values and the administrative actions of the organization.

Dambers expressed surprise at the disqualification, noting that prior to the ruling, he had no knowledge of a plan to remove Heraskevič from competition. This comment suggests a lack of transparency within the decision-making processes of the IBSF, highlighting concerns that could affect the federation's reputation and its relationships with athletes and national federations.

As a former bobsleigh athlete himself, Dambergs's perspective offers a unique insight into the intersection of sports administration and competition ethics. His reaction raises questions about the broader implications of such decisions on international sports relations, particularly amid the ongoing tensions involving Ukraine, and calls for a review of due process within the IBSF's governance.