Vladyslav Heraskevych was barred from competing at the Milano Cortina 2026 Games due to a helmet design.
The helmet honored Ukrainian athletes killed during the conflict with Russia and violated the IOC's guidelines.
Ukrainian officials, including President Zelensky, support Heraskevych's stance and are appealing the disqualification.

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