Chairman of the State Duma Committee on Physical Culture and Sports Dmitry Svishchev commented on the inclusion of the Russians Maria Polyakova to the Athletes Commission of the International Swimming Federation (FINA).
Polyakova was elected to the Athletes’ Commission at the World Aquatic Championships in Budapest. The Russians miss the tournament itself due to FINA’s decision.
– The appearance of a representative of our country in the governing bodies of another international federation is an unconditional success, given the current circumstances. I am sure that the time has come not only to deal with the internal situation of the industry, but also to update and maintain contacts with the international community. Sooner or later the hysteria will pass and we have to be prepared for it. At the same time, it is important that our representatives in international sports organizations now work with full responsibility and dedication, defending the interests of our athletes, ”quotes the press service of the Svishchev Committee.
Source : MatchTV
