CLEAN : IOC keeps Russia doping ban for Olympic closing ceremony

The IOC Executive Board decided not to lift the suspension of the Russian Olympic Committee for the closing ceremony of the 2018 Winter Games due to doping violations by Russian athletes. The suspension will remain until the Doping Free Sports Unit confirms no further violations. The decision was made after a thorough debate.

What was the IOC Executive Board's decision regarding the Russian Olympic Committee's participation in the closing ceremony of the 2018 Winter Games?

• They postponed the decision.

• They lifted the suspension.

• They decided not to lift the suspension.

• They allowed full participation.

Why did the IOC decide not to consider lifting the suspension for the closing ceremony?

• Due to financial issues.

• Political reasons.

• Because of failed doping tests by Russian athletes.

• Lack of interest from the Russian delegation.

What must happen for the suspension of the Russian Olympic Committee to be lifted?

• A new vote by the IOC.

• Confirmation of no further anti-doping violations.

• A public apology from the Russian athletes.

• Completion of a probation period.

Who needs to confirm the absence of additional anti-doping rule violations for the suspension to be lifted?

• The World Anti-Doping Agency.

• The Russian Olympic Committee.

• The International Olympic Committee.

• The Doping Free Sports Unit.

What was the general reaction to the debate on the suspension of the Russian Olympic Committee?

• It was lively and fruitful.

• It was considered unproductive.

• It was inconclusive.

• It was postponed.