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🛑 Slovakia refused a Schengen visa to Russian wrestler Ivan Knyazev.
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🏅 Knyazev aimed to compete in the 2023 European Wrestling Championships in Slovakia.
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🇷🇺 Russian athletes have faced visa restrictions across Europe due to political tensions.
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🚫 The Slovak government cited security concerns as the reason for denial.
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🏋️♂️ Knyazev’s absence left a gap in the competition, but the event continued.
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🏆 The European Wrestling Championships proceeded smoothly without the Russian wrestler.
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💬 Slovak officials maintain they prioritize the safety of all athletes.
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💥 The decision highlights ongoing tensions over Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
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🌍 Other countries have followed similar restrictions against Russian athletes.
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⚖️ Critics argue that political motives undermine the spirit of international sports.
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