Young Ukrainian karatekas refused to take photos with a Russian after the competition.

Ukrainian karatekas demonstrated their patriotism by refusing to take a photo with a Russian athlete at the 'K1 Youth League Poreč' tournament. Winner Yurii Paliuk and bronze medalist Nikita Hlushko declined to participate in the group shot, marking their support for Ukraine.

This reaction was a response to the public support of the Russian karateka for occupation and aggression. The actions of the Ukrainian athletes once again confirm that sports unite not only on the arena field but also in supporting one’s own values and beliefs beyond sporting events.