Condemn the war, wear a Ukrainian flag, and race for zero prizes: A Lithuanian trail run’s terms for Russians and Belarusians

The Trail Kursiu Nerija run in Lithuania has made headlines by excluding participants from Russia and Belarus, explicitly mentioning them in lowercase to underscore their disapproval. The event demands that anyone from these countries wear a Ukrainian flag and participate without any chance of winning prizes, highlighting a strong stance against the ongoing conflict. This move is seen as a symbolic protest against the war and the political regimes in both countries, reflecting a broader trend of sports events using their platforms for political statements.