“I don’t even consider offers to stay in the United States” – swimmer Minakov

Medalist at the World Swimming Championships Andrei Minakov who studies at Stanford University, answered a question on regarding offers to stay in the United States.

Minakov has the right to participate in tournaments of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), since the ban of the International Swimming Federation (World Aquatics) does not apply to these competitions.

— I don’t have enough time to ask questions about what I should do, because (there is a regime) train – study – train again – do homework. When you live on a schedule, it becomes much easier. As a rule, people who do not find time for self-development begin to look for problems out of nowhere.

— Have there been any offers to stay?

“I don’t even consider such proposals.”

I have two ideas in mind: we are not talking about winning, but about winning by a length or two, while swimming close to the world records. Secondly, in the absence of international competitions, I had a unique opportunity to also focus on my studies, to obtain a diploma, so that when we return, I can devote myself entirely to the sport,” said Minakov in the show “Loud!” on .

At the Russian Short Course Swimming Championships, which took place in November in St. Petersburg, Minakov won three individual medals: silver in the 100-meter butterfly, bronze in the 50-meter butterfly and 100-meter freestyle. two medals in individual starts at the Russian Short Course Swimming Championships, which took place in November in St. Petersburg.