World Boxing has decided to lift restrictions on Russian athletes and allow them to compete in international tournaments under national symbols, Russian Sports Minister Mikhail Degtyarev said. In March, the World Boxing Executive Board approved the Russian Boxing Federation’s request to join the organization. The international federation’s decision is particularly important because World Boxing is authorized by the International Olympic Committee to organize the Olympic boxing tournament. The Russian Boxing Federation’s full membership paves the way for Russian boxers’ full participation in international competitions, including Olympic cycles," he added. In February 2025, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) temporarily recognized World Boxing as the international governing body for boxing.