Head Coach of the Russian National Synchronized Swimming Team Tatiana Pokrovskaya mentioned the participation of the quadruple world champion Alexandra Maltseva at the I stage of the international competitions “Friendship Games”, which will be held in Kazan.
– Sasha Maltsev will perform in the group – not at these competitions. But he can do it,” Pokrovskaya told a press conference.
Previously, FINA had proposed to allow men’s participation in group competitions, including the Olympics. Previously, only women participated in group competitions. The men perform in mixed pairs, but this guy doesn’t have Olympic status yet.
The first stage of the international competitions “Friendship Games” will be held in Kazan from July 19 to August 3. More than 1100 athletes will participate.
Source : MatchTV
