The International Friendship Association (IFA), the rights holder of the tournament, cited serious concerns complicating the event's organization in Russia. Key issues include safety concerns for athletes facing opposition from international sports federations and the overburdening of athletes due to their previous preparation for the Paris Olympics.
The Organizing Committee, agreeing with the IFA, decided that postponing the Games will maximise athlete and official availability in a non-Olympic year and fully realize the potential of the high-level tournament in Russia.
The Committee also noted the crowded sports calendar in Russia for 2024, highlighting events like the new international e-sports and digital sports tournament Games of the Future held in February-March, and the BRICS Games recently concluded in Kazan.
In the interest of all stakeholders, the Organising Committee believes postponing the Games until 2025 is the best course of action, allowing future participants ample time to prepare and maximise their performance in the World Friendship Games.
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