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OAR is actually the disguise of......................
Russia
Even though Russia is banned from the 2018 Olympics, as a result of its alleged state-backed doping program, which helped hide test results from hundreds of athletes using performance-enhancing drugs, the International Olympic Committee granted some of the country's athletes -- more than 100 of them, in total -- "special dispensation" to compete.
Russia
Even though Russia is banned from the 2018 Olympics, as a result of its alleged state-backed doping program, which helped hide test results from hundreds of athletes using performance-enhancing drugs, the International Olympic Committee granted some of the country's athletes -- more than 100 of them, in total -- "special dispensation" to compete.
The only catch? They are not permitted to represent Russia's flag or colors in any way, and they are forced to do so without any ability to earn Russia an official medal.
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