Colombia to Sue National Basketball Team Impostors Who Played in Russian Tournament

Bogota Authorities Vow to Take Legal Action

In an unprecedented move, the Colombian government has announced its intention to sue a group of impostors who falsely represented the country's national basketball team in a recent tournament in Russia.

Officials Outraged by Unauthorized Representation

The Colombian Basketball Federation (CBF) condemned the actions of the impostors, who played under the guise of the national team without the federation's authorization.

CBF president Armando Fajardo expressed outrage over the incident, calling it "a serious violation of the integrity of Colombian basketball." The impostors' actions have tarnished the reputation of the national team and the sport in the country.

Legal Recourse Pursuits

The Colombian government is exploring legal options to hold the impostors accountable for their actions.

According to Justice Minister Nestor Humberto Martinez, the government will file a lawsuit against the impostors for fraud, misrepresentation, and unauthorized use of the national team's name and symbols.

Diplomatic Channels Engaged

The Colombian government has also reached out to Russian authorities to assist in the investigation and extradition of the impostors.

Colombian Ambassador to Russia Alfredo Rangel confirmed that diplomatic channels are being utilized to facilitate the return of the impostors to Colombia, where they will face legal consequences.

Investigations Continue

Meanwhile, the CBF is conducting its own investigation to uncover the identities of the impostors and those who facilitated their participation in the tournament.

The federation has vowed to take strict disciplinary action against any individuals or entities found to be involved in the unauthorized representation of the national team.

Additional Information

• The impostors played in the Russian tournament under the name "Colombia Seleccion Nacional" without the official team's knowledge or consent.
• The tournament took place in the city of Yaroslavl from September 15-20.
• The CBF has filed a complaint with the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) regarding the incident.