Viktor Heraskevych

Viktor Heraskevych is a Ukrainian athlete who gained international attention for wearing a helmet adorned with images of fellow Ukrainian athletes who lost their lives during the Russian invasion of Ukraine. His action was intended as a poignant tribute, but it led to his expulsion from competition by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) for violating Olympic rules against political expressions. Despite the controversy, Heraskevych's determination to honor his fallen compatriots has resonated widely, and he has been supported by the IOC in previous Olympic events.