FIBA suspends Russian national teams, clubs from competitions

Elnur Salahov
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The International Basketball Federation (FIBA) has suspended all Russian teams and clubs from participating in competitions under the auspices of the organization, Report informs, quoting FIBA’s press service.

The statement said that the decision was made in connection with the situation in Ukraine. The Russian teams will not be able to take part in tournaments until further notice.

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