“Life has changed a lot, but I hope that I will continue to live with dignity” – Kostomarov after getting on the ice in the show

Olympic figure skating champion Roman Kostomarov said his life has changed a lot, but he hopes to continue living with dignity.

On Sunday, Kostomarov went skating on the ice and took part in Ilya Averbukh’s birthday show.

On December 11, Kostomarov posted a video on his Telegram channel explaining how he went ice skating for the first time after amputations.

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– Such is life, and sometimes it presents the most difficult trials. But I have someone to live for. I have a beloved wife who was with me every day. My beloved children, parents, friends. I am also grateful to all of you for your support throughout this difficult time. Thank you so much.

Thanks also to Ilya (Averbukh) and the whole team, who were always there during the six months I spent in the hospital. Life has changed a lot, but I hope I can adapt to it and continue to live with dignity. Thank you very much to all. Of course, I congratulate Ilya and wish him all the best. First of all, health, so that your loved ones are with you not only when things are going well, but also when it is very difficult. Thank you for such an incredible welcome, I missed it,” reports the correspondent of , reporting Kostomarov’s words.

Kostomarov, partnered with Tatyana Navka, won gold at the 2006 Olympic Games in Turin, and also won the World Championships twice and the European Championships three times.

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