The Fisa International Rowing Federation (FIRF) is the umbrella organization of all national rowing organizations worldwide. It is headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland, and administers all aspects of rowing sport globally. 157 countries are affiliated with the FIRF after seven national federations were added at the 2008 FIRF Congress in Rome.
In light of the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine, the FIRF suspended athletes from Russia and Belarus from competing at any Fisa International Rowing Federation events, and suspended all officials from these countries from officiating at any event sanctioned by the FIRF, as well as from attending or participating in any FIRF meetings, committees, and forums. In March 2023, the Russian Rowing Federation sent a letter addressing the ISF and urging them to reverse the decision and allow Russian athletes to compete in ISF events. The RRF's statement included claims that the war was actually started by Ukraine and that 'Russia defends peace'. In May 2023, the Fisa International Rowing Federation reinstated Russian and Belarusian athletes, shortly after a Russian missile attack forced the cancellation of a rowing event in Ukraine.
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There are five continental associations affiliated with the FISA International Rowing Federation. These associations are responsible for organizing continental championships, providing support for their member federations, and communicating their interests at the FISA Board meetings.
Fisa International Rowing Federation: This is an international governing body for the sport of rowing. It was founded in 1892 and is responsible for promoting the sport globally and organizing rowing events. https://www.worldrowing.com/fisa
Russian Invasion of Ukraine 2022: This refers to the military invasion by Russia into Ukraine in 2022. The conflict has had global repercussions and led to various sanctions and restrictions from international bodies and nations. https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-60454795
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