Double Olympic medalist in swimming Kliment Kolesnikov told he was happy his world record was officially confirmed, although most of the emotions remained on the day the feat was set.
Kolesnikov set a world record in the 50m backstroke on July 27, 2023 – 23.55 seconds. On Tuesday, it became known that the International Swimming Federation (World Aquatics) had officially recognized the record of the 23-year-old Russian.
“I am happy that the record is officially recognized.”
—And your emotions? Where did they stay the day the record was set?
– It’s true. There was a record that day, but now it is only a confirmatory fact.
— Is there any doubt that, under current conditions, there would be difficulties (in terms of ratification)? You talked about refusing the Olympics.
“I don’t think it could have any impact.” The record is a proven fact. Besides, I always know that I installed it,” Kolesnikov told .
Source : MatchTV
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