Russia appeals doping ban

Russia to officially appeal against IAAF decision next week

The appeal will be against the decision of the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) to ban them from this year's Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro.

ARAF secretary general Mikhail Butov revealed they are currently putting together a legal team to lead the appeal. 

Among those who may work on the case is London-based law firm Morgan Sports Law.