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Italian Broadcaster Apologizes After Controversial Bobsleigh Comment

2/21/2026

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An Italian commentator suggested avoiding the Israeli bobsleigh team during a broadcast, prompting Radiotelevisione Italiana (RAI) to apologize and investigate.
This incident follows a prior controversy involving Swiss broadcaster RTS that criticized an Israeli athlete's Zionist support.
The Olympic Committee of Israel has demanded an apology from RTS.
RTS expressed regret and will review its commentary standards.
The Winter Olympics conclude soon, with Israel's bobsleigh team 24th out of 27.

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An Italian commentator suggested avoiding the Israeli bobsleigh team during a broadcast, prompting Radiotelevisione Italiana (RAI) to apologize and investigate.
This incident follows a prior controversy involving Swiss broadcaster RTS that criticized an Israeli athlete's Zionist support.
The Olympic Committee of Israel has demanded an apology from RTS.
RTS expressed regret and will review its commentary standards.
The Winter Olympics conclude soon, with Israel's bobsleigh team 24th out of 27.