Just a day after the FIA ​​disobeyed the recommendations of International Olympic Committee (IOC) on preventing Russian athletes from participating in international events, British motorsport has announced much tougher measures.

In a statement from British motorsport (UK motorsports governing body) announces that no Russian or Belarusian licensed teams, competitors or officials will be permitted to enter or participate in events in the UK.

In addition, it is forbidden to display the Russian/Belarus national symbols, colors or flags in UK Motorsport competitions.

The decision was made after full consultation between Motorsport UK and the UK government.

David RichardsThe chairman of Motorsport UK, said that tough action must be taken to clarify the horrors of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

“The entire British motorsport community condemns Russia’s and Belarus’ acts of war in Ukraine and expresses its solidarity and support for all those affected by the conflict.”

“We stand united with the Ukrainian people and the motorsport community after the invasion and the unacceptable actions that have taken place.”

“This is a moment for the international motorsport community to take action and show support for the Ukrainian people and our colleagues in the Ukrainian Automobile Federation (FAU).”

He added: “It is our duty to use whatever influence and advantage we may have to stop this completely unwarranted invasion of Ukraine.”

“We encourage the motorsport community and our partners around the world to fully accept the recommendations of the International Olympic Committee and do everything possible to end this war.”

Motorsport UK’s decision has potentially huge implications for drivers competing internationally and domestically.

That is, for example, Russian pilot Nikita Mazepin, who is racing to Haas in Formula 1, he can’t argue British Grand Prix this year if the team decides to keep him in the lineup. The American team is expected to make a decision about its upcoming future soon.

In addition, Russian pilots Leo Machitsky he is the current British GT champion, so he won’t be able to defend his crown.

The only way the racer can continue to compete is with a license from another country, as Motorsport UK’s decision was based on its refusal to recognize the license issued by Russian Automobile Federation (RAF) and Belarusian Automobile Federation (BAF).