- F1 team makes livery changes
- FIFA and DFL respond
- Bayern basketball game postponed
- Brazilian players call for help
Last updated: 1908 UTC
F1 team announces livery changes
The Haas Formula 1 team has announced it will remove branding of title sponsor Uralkali, a Russian potash fertilizer producer and exporter, for tomorrow’s final day of pre-season testing. The team will race in a plain white livery instead of the usual red, white and blue.
Uralkali is also part-owned by the father of Haas driver Nikita Mazepin.
DFL condems attacks
The DFL, the German football league, has released a statement condemning the Russian attack on Ukraine “in the strongest possible terms.”
“War in any form is unacceptable – and incompatible with the values of sport. Our immediate concern is for the people affected in Ukraine. The DFL is in contact with the national and international associations regarding this matter.”
FIFA respond to situation
FIFA boss Gianni Infantino has been speaking at a press conference tonight where he also announced the indefinite suspension of Kenya and Zimbabwe from world football due to government interference.
Here are some of his quotes on the situation in Ukraine:
On the Russian invasion:
“FIFA condemns the use of force by Russia in Ukraine and any type of violence to resolve conflicts. Violence is never a solution and FIFA calls on all parties to restore peace through constructive dialogue.”
On his relationship with Putin and endorsing a World Cup in Russia:
“We are constantly reflecting on the role of sport in trying to bring people together in a peaceful environment. Today my thoughts are on all the people who are affected by this escalating conflict.”
On World Cup games being moved from Russia:
“We have duty to look at this matter seriously, to analyse it. We will look at it as a matter of urgency. We hope the situation will be solved well before the first match (in a month).”
There was also this from AP Global Sports Reporter Rob Harris:
Europa League football
There are football games tonight though, including Zenit St. Petersburg who are playing in Seville against Real Betis in the Europa League. Last night, Benfica’s Ukrainian Roman Yaremchuck protested after scoring a goal.
Bayern basketball postpone game
Bayern Munich were due to play CSKA Moscow in a big Euro League basketball game this evening, but the club has postponed the game after events today. Barcelona, the leading team in the tournament, have already stated they will not travel to St. Petersburg for their game vs. Zenit on Friday.
Brazilian players call for help
A number of Brazilian players attached to clubs in Ukraine have sent a heartfelt video plea to their government to help them escape.
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