Vladyslav Heraskevytsj
Vladyslav Heraskevytsj is a Ukrainian skeleton athlete who gained international recognition during the Beijing Olympics in 2022 when he displayed a sign reading 'No war' just days before Russia's invasion of Ukraine. At 26 years old, he has become a prominent voice against Russian participation in the Olympics, advocating for the exclusion of Russian athletes due to their government's military actions. As a top contender for medals in the upcoming Olympics in Italy, he continues to campaign for support from the international sports community and has expressed gratitude towards nations, particularly Norway, for their stance against Russian involvement in the Games.
Not in the pool (under ¢1).
Recent news mentions
Vladyslav Heraskevytsj was disqualified from the skeleton competition at the Olympics for wearing a helmet depicting Ukrainian athletes killed in the war against Russia.
Vladyslav Heraskevytsj fikk anken avvist – hjelmdisken i OL blir stående
Norway· 2026-02-13
Vladyslav Heraskevytsj was determined to honor the fallen children, athletes, and soldiers by competing with a helmet depicting the victims of the war.
IOC-presidenten gråt. Hun kan takke seg selv.Norway· 2026-02-12Vladyslav Heraskevytsj continues his political fight against Russian participation in the Olympics.
Ukrainsk OL-helt om Russland-nei: – Takk, NorgeNorway· 2025-10-24
