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Boycotts of Israel in sports refer to various disqualifications and denial of Israeli athletes due to the refusal of some countries to recognize the state of Israel.[1] As part of a more or less systematic boycott of Israel, Israeli athletes and teams have been barred from some competitions. In many international competitions, where Israel does take part, such as the Olympic Games, some Arab and Muslim competitors avoid competing against Israelis.[2] Some countries, most notably Iran, even compel their athletes not to compete against Israelis or in Israel.[3][4]
- ^ "Iran leader reasserts ban on sports with Israel". 18 September 2021. Retrieved 19 July 2024.
- ^ "Druze-Israeli advances as Iraqi foe refuses to fight". The Jerusalem Post.
- ^ "Iranian judoka seeks asylum after pressure to avoid facing Israeli". The Jerusalem Post.
- ^ Morse, Ben (2 September 2019). "Iranian judoka fears for safety after refusing to quit World Championships". CNN.