The Minister of Sports of the Russian Federation, Mikhail Degtyarev, revealed that the IOC has suggested permitting Russian and Belarusian athletes to participate in youth competitions without limitations. This means that in the near future, these athletes will be able to compete under their national flag and anthem, without facing additional scrutiny or checks.

This decision indicates a potential return to normalcy for young athletes from Russia and Belarus, allowing them to fully represent their countries on the international sports stage without any restrictions.