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Olympics-Skeleton-Ukraine's Heraskevych Disqualified Over Helmet Controversy
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Posted on February 12, 2026
1 min readLast updated: February 12, 2026
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Ukraine's Vladyslav Heraskevych was disqualified from the Olympics due to a helmet issue. His team plans to appeal the decision.
Ukraine's Heraskevych Disqualified from Olympics Over Helmet Issue
Disqualification Details and Reactions
MILAN, Feb 12 (Reuters) - Ukraine's skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych was disqualified from the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics on Thursday over the use of a helmet depicting Ukrainian athletes killed in the conflict with Russia since Moscow's invasion in 2022, he said.
Meeting with IOC President
He was informed of his disqualification after a meeting with International Olympic Committee President Kirsty Coventry early in the morning at the sliding venue. His team said they would appeal the decision at the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
Team's Appeal Plans
The skeleton competition starts later on Thursday.
(Reporting by Karolos Grohmann; Editing by Peter Rutherford)
Key Takeaways
- •Vladyslav Heraskevych disqualified for helmet design.
- •Helmet depicted Ukrainian athletes killed in conflict.
- •Disqualification announced after IOC meeting.
- •Team plans to appeal at the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
- •Skeleton competition starts later on Thursday.
Frequently Asked Questions about Olympics-Skeleton-Ukraine's Heraskevych disqualified over helmet controversy
1What is disqualification in sports?
Disqualification in sports occurs when an athlete is removed from competition due to a violation of rules or regulations, which can include equipment issues or misconduct.
2What is the International Olympic Committee (IOC)?
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is the governing body of the Olympic Games, responsible for overseeing the organization and promotion of the events.
3What is the Court of Arbitration for Sport?
The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) is an independent institution that resolves disputes related to sports through arbitration, including issues of disqualification and eligibility.
