Olympic Committee Bans Ukrainian Racer's Memorial Helmet
Vladyslav Heraskevych is Ukraine's skeleton racer at the Winter Olympics. He is also Ukraine's Winter Olympics flagbearer.
Heraskevych wanted to wear a special helmet. The helmet had photos of people killed in Russia's invasion.
The International Olympic Committee said no to the helmet. Heraskevych said the committee betrayed him.
Klear Note — The Olympics have strict rules against political messages. Athletes can't wear gear showing war victims or political causes during competition.
Key Terms 2
- skeleton racer An athlete who slides down an icy track headfirst on a small sled.
- International Olympic Committee The group that runs the Olympic Games and makes rules for athletes.