The paradoxical situation is due to the fact that too few participants were registered for the tournament. In particular, only Mikheeva was entered into the competition among women in the weight category over 80 kg. So, she won a medal without appearing on the field.
Peskov replied to Vyalba: “I don’t know the facts when Isinbayeva betrayed her homeland.”
A total of 21 sets of medals were awarded during the tournament. The Russian team won 25 medals (21 gold, 10 silver and 3 bronze).
Source: Sport
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