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Canada cleared of US allegations they rigged skeleton qualifying for Winter Olympics
- Canada’s skeleton team was cleared of allegations they rigged a qualifying event for the Winter Olympics.
- USA’s Katie Uhlaender claimed Canadian withdrawals aimed to deprive her of Olympic qualification.
- The IBSF said current rules allow national federations to withdraw athletes from competition.
- The IIU dismissed the complaints as the rules did not provide grounds for a breach.
- Canada said withdrawals were appropriate for athlete welfare and the sport’s integrity.
- The incident arose amid broader tensions between Canada and the United States in sport.
- Uhlaender, a five-time Winter Olympian, may not compete in Milan-Cortina 2030.
- The IBSF investigation found the field manipulation claims did not violate rules as written.
- Coaches from the US, Denmark, Israel and Malta had expressed concerns about the qualification process.
- The Guardian notes the context includes a broader Olympic season and shifting dynamics.
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