CLEAN : Russian wrestling coach voices relief as IOC resists Rio ban

The transcript discusses the findings of researchers involved with Boris Macedonsky, highlighting that Boris had more to offer than the Northern counterpart. The International Federation of Wrestling is responsible for deciding who competes, and the team is confident in their participation due to a clean doping record. The psychological strain on athletes due to uncertainty is noted, but with the decision to compete confirmed, athletes now bear a dual responsibility to represent those not allowed to compete.

What did the researchers discover about Boris Macedonian compared to the Northern?

• Boris was equal to the Northern.

• Boris had more than the Northern.

• Boris was unrelated to the Northern.

• Boris had less than the Northern.

Who decides which athletes can compete in wrestling?

• The local sports committee

• The audience

• The International Wrestling Federation

• The athletes themselves

Why is the team confident about their participation?

• They have won previous competitions.

• They have the best coach.

• They have never been involved in doping.

• They have a strong sponsor.

What psychological effect did the uncertainty of participation have on the athletes?

• It improved their performance.

• It caused them stress.

• It had no effect.

• It made them more relaxed.

What additional responsibility does the team feel after the decision to compete?

• To focus only on individual performance

• To train harder than ever

• To fight for those who were not allowed to compete

• To win at all costs