The legendary Soviet figure skater and State Duma deputy Irina Rodnina has expressed a desire to attend the Olympics, which will take place next year in Italy. The champion of three Olympic figure skating events is interested in pairs skating as well as the men's tournament.
However, it should be noted that Rodnina is under sanctions from several countries, including other Russian athletes and government officials. For example, Russian speed skater Aleksandra Saitova attended a propaganda event organized by Putin himself.
Rodnina's expressed desire to be at the Olympics may be problematic given her sanctioned status and attendance at such events, which contradict the recommendations of the International Olympic Committee.