Kuliyak put the 'Z' mark on his chest before standing next to Kovtun. As soon as this picture of Kuliyak came on social media, people are seen speaking against him. There was also condemnation from the International Gymnastics Federation (FIG). Then taking immediate action, the federation banned Kuliyak. Also criticized this behavior of Kuliyak.
Reportedly, the 'Z' is said to be particularly incendiary, as it has been seen on Russian tanks and vehicles in Ukraine. It has become a symbol of support for President Vladimir Putin and the invasion. Kuliyak, 20, did not get the opportunity to wear the Russian flag, as the federation had already banned it.
FIG said in a statement that it is going to speak to the Gymnastics Ethics Foundation to initiate disciplinary action against Kuliak. Action against Kuliak would mean that he would lose his bronze medal.
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