Russian athletes will compete as the Russian Olympic Committee at the Tokyo Olympics. Here's a breakdown of Russia's history with doping. RELATED:
Russia is competing under another new name at the Tokyo Olympics, the latest fallout from the Games’ longest-running doping saga.
You won't see the Russian flag above any podiums but the national colors are on the uniforms.
Doping cases old and new still cast a shadow over the team. Two swimmers from the Tokyo team have been suspended for cases dating back years and two rowers tested positive last month.
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