How Did the Russia-Ukraine War Affect Sports Organizations?

Russia and Ukraine This crisis causes us to witness events that will go down in world history. As it is known, Russia announced today that it has officially declared war on Ukraine. After this, military operations were started by Russia and frightening images began to emerge.

Of course, this situation affected the whole world and all sectors except these two countries. Sports competitions held in different countries were also among the areas affected by the war. The statements made by many different giant sports organizations in the world and Europe also revealed what would happen as a result of the crisis.

Champions League final location may change

Organized by the European Football Associations Association (UEFA), it is the world’s largest football organization on a club basis. Champions League He was also one of those affected by the crisis between Russia and Ukraine.

According to the news, UEFA announced that this year, due to the war, Russia’s st. St. Petersburg It plans to relocate the Champions League final, which is planned to be held on May 28 in Istanbul, and make a statement on this subject soon. Let’s not forget that there is no information about where the final planned to be held in Gazprom Arena, which has a capacity of 68,000 people, hosted by the Zenit team, will take place yet.

Battle statement from Formula 1 and pilots

Formula 1, one of the world’s largest motor sports organizations, also made statements about the Russia-Ukraine war. In the statements made by the organization today, it was stated that the crisis was followed closely. However planned to be held in Russia in September No comments were made regarding the race.

Legendary pilot Sebastian Vettel, who has 4 championships, also made striking statements about the war. Expressing that he was shocked when he saw the news, the 34-year-old pilot said in his statements, “I am so sorry for innocent people who lost their lives for stupid reasons. That’s why I should not participate in the race that will be held in Russia, I will not attend made statements.

In addition, last year’s champion Dutch pilot Max Verstappen also made statements on the subject. Noting that he condemned Russia, the 24-year-old famous pilot stated that the race should be cancelled:It is not right to race there when a country is at war.”

Three matches postponed in THY Europa League

Europe’s largest basketball organization Turkish Airlines in the Europa League (EuroLeague) It was announced that he made new decisions due to the war. The management of the tournament, in which Fenerbahçe Beko and Anadolu Efes from our country compete, announced that three matches for the Russian teams were postponed.

According to the statements, what will be played today Bayern Munich – CSKA Moscowwhich will be played tomorrow Zenit – Barcelona and again today will be played Baskonia – UNICS Kazan The matches have been postponed to a later date.

In addition, THY EuroLeague management, 18 teams in the tournament, Friday, February 25; that is, he stated that he will meet tomorrow to discuss the Russia-Ukraine crisis and underlined that measures will be taken if necessary.