Russians officially out of track world championships
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By EDDIE PELLS
AP National Writer
Track and field officials have confirmed that Russians will not be allowed to compete at this month’s world championships due to the war in Ukraine. The federation banned Russians from major international events shortly after the country invaded Ukraine in February. At the time, World Athletics president Sebastian Coe said the unprecedented move appeared “to be the only peaceful way to disrupt and disable Russia’s current intentions and restore peace.” World championships begin next Friday and run through July 24.