2012 Olympic medalist Yevgeny Korotyshkin told that the International Swimming Federation (FINA) is obliged to recognize the Russian’s world record Kliment Kolesnikov since the competitions where success has been established take place according to international standards.
On Wednesday, Kolesnikov set a world record in the 50m backstroke at the Russian Short Course Championships, which are being held as part of the second stage of the Friendship Games in Kazan. The two-time Olympic medalist clocked 22.11 seconds.
Well done Clement! Now, of course, the question is whether the world record was recognized or not. But they must, they dare not deny it. Competitions are held according to all the rules, there is a doping control. Congratulations to Kliment and his coach, – said Korotyshkin “”.
The Russian surpassed the feat of Frenchman Florent Manaud, who in 2014 swam the distance in a 25-meter pool in 22.22 seconds.
Source : MatchTV
