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Controversy after Swiss commentator criticizes Israeli athlete

February 18, 2026

A Swiss commentator has ignited controversy by criticizing Israeli bobsled athlete Adam Edelman during a live broadcast at the 2026 Winter Olympics, accusing him of supporting genocide in Gaza. Following the backlash, the broadcaster RTS removed the event coverage from its website but defended the commentator's intent to raise questions about the IOC's policies regarding political statements.

Controversy after Swiss commentator criticizes Israeli athlete

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Swiss commentator Stefan Renna criticized Israeli athlete Adam Edelman during a live bobsled event.
Renna accused Edelman of supporting 'genocide in Gaza' and labeled him a 'Zionist'.
The broadcast of the two-man bobsled event was removed from RTS's website after public outcry.
RTS defended the commentator's right to question the International Olympic Committee's policies.

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Controversy after Swiss commentator criticizes Israeli athlete

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