Israel's Olympic upset still fueling conspiracy theories
Russian coach claims results of final 'predetermined' after judges awarded gold to Israel's Linoy Ashram.
Newsrael News Desk 10.08.2022
Ashram's win caused an outcry in Russia, which counted on its adorned gymnast Dina Averina to recoup the gold medal, with Russian sports officials and some politicians in Moscow claiming the results were fixed.
In an extensive interview with Russian media, Russia's rhythmic gymnastics national team coach Vera Shatalina argued that "the [results of the] final [were] predetermined, and it had nothing to do with athletes' ability."
Source - Ynet - Image - Reuters
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