Russia's Tokyo Olympics ban upheld, suspension shortened

The Court of Arbitration for Sport announced Thursday it upheld Russia's ban from next year's postponed Tokyo Olympics, but shortened a four-year suspension to two years.Russia's anti-doping agency RUSADA had appealed the sanctions imposed by the World Anti-Doping Agency in December last year that barred Russia's flag, anthem and country name from competitions, including the Olympics, for four years.While refusing to overturn the ban, the court reduced the suspension, which will now end on Dec. 16, 2022.The suspension means only Russian athletes who meet certain criteria will be permitted t…READ FULL ARTICLE