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madaboutharry

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5. I would have been surprised if they did the right thing.

Reply to demmiblue (Original post)

Mon Feb 14, 2022, 08:44 AM

Feb 2022

The IOC is correct in the statement they issued. Allowing her to compete undermines principles of fairness and removes credibility from the sport.

The Olympics have become a sullied joke.

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I would have been surprised if they did the right thing. madaboutharry Feb 2022 #5

I think Rebl2 Feb 2022 #8

The IOC wanted her banned. madaboutharry Feb 2022 #12

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ROC Skating Gold* (hello, asterisk)! Auggie Feb 2022 #11

If there are separate rules because she is a minor then she should not compete with adults MacKasey Feb 2022 #13

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It's time to end the Olympics. AngryOldDem Feb 2022 #16

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I keep waiting to hear from the noble knights fighting to protect women's sports.. IngridsLittleAngel Feb 2022 #19