The Canadian government is putting Makarov and UCI in trouble

The Government of Canada has taken a new decision as a result of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and this is having a direct impact on the credibility of the World Cycling Management and International Cycling Association and its chairman, David Lapardian. According to Cyclingtips.com, Igor Makarov has been added to the list of persons authorized by the Canadian government.

The Terms of Canadian Special Economic Activities Found 14 “close associates of the Russian regime, including Russian oligarchs and their families,” authorized by the Canadian government. The list includes Two daughters of Vladimir Putin Further Igor Viktorovich Makarov. But who is Makarov?

Igor Makarov A key player in the world of cycling and with his contacts, supportive person David Labardient To the office of President International Cycling Union. However, UCI itself has not yet decided to remove Macro from it Steering Committee.

Makarov, who has billions of dollars in assets, is also an honorary president Russian Cycling Federation He was also instrumental in the election or fall of various UCI leaders, thanks to his connections and the financial viability of his investment team: Aradi / Idera. Makarov has always denied being close to the Russian oligarchy and / or Putin, but the truth is that he is on the list of 14 Russians to be punished by the Canadian government … but, curiously, they can continue. Responsible for high level ICU.