Otto Drakenberg considers his candidacy in the fencing presidential election as an important alternative voice, despite acknowledging the low likelihood of success against oligarch Usmanov.
Drakenberg critiques the absurdity of Usmanov's candidacy, especially given his ties to Putin and the significant sanctions against him, stating, 'It's absurd'.
The FIE's ethics committee is currently examining Usmanov's candidacy validation, questioning the criteria used given the significant sanctions imposed against him.
Despite facing economic sanctions and having a travel ban enforced by many national federations, Usmanov insists that his candidacy complies with FIE statutes.
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