Ukraine will be sending its smallest delegation ever to the upcoming Summer Olympics in Paris, with only 140 athletes competing in 26 different sports. This decrease in numbers is largely due to the ongoing conflict with Russia, which has impacted the country’s ability to train and prepare athletes for the games.
One notable athlete representing Ukraine in Paris is fencer Olga Kharlan, who made headlines last year when she was disqualified from a competition for refusing to shake hands with Russian fencer Anna Smirnova. Despite this controversy, Kharlan has been granted a spot on the Ukrainian Olympic team and will be competing in the upcoming games.
The decision to send such a small delegation to Paris reflects the difficult circumstances facing Ukraine as it continues to navigate the challenges of war and conflict. Despite these obstacles, the athletes representing Ukraine are sure to give their all and compete with pride for their country on the world stage.
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