Belarus sprinter given Polish humanitarian visa – BBC Information
A sprinter from Belarus who refused her staff’s order to fly residence early from the Olympics has been granted a humanitarian visa by Poland.
Krystina Timanovskaya, 24, is on the Polish embassy in Tokyo after spending the evening secured in a resort beneath safety from Japanese police.
She mentioned she was forcibly taken to the airport for criticising coaches, and voiced fears for her security.
Belarus says she was faraway from the staff due to her emotional state.
Ms Timanovskaya instructed the BBC on Monday that she was secure, however mentioned she had been suggested to not give additional particulars at this stage.
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