IOC suspends ROC for breach of charter

Russian Olympic Committee. Pic/AFP

The International Olympic Council's (IOC) Executive Board on Thursday announced the suspension of the Russian Olympic Committee (ROC) with immediate effect for "breach of charter."

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The Russian athletes though will be able to take part in international competitions, including next year's Paris Olympics, as independent participants.

The 141st Session of the IOC will be held in Mumbai from October 15-17.

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