Averbukh said he categorically disagreed with Aliyev’s statements about lack of motivation.

Olympic silver medalist in figure skating, choreographer Ilya Averbukh told that he disagreed with the Russian figure skater’s statements Dmitry Aliyev on the lack of motivation in internal competitions.

Earlier, Aliyev said he lacked dynamism and spirit during Russian national competitions.

— Dima Aliyev said this with emotion. He was upset that he hadn’t been able to show what he had accomplished. You have to go out and ride, show your best. I really like Dima and invite him to my shows, but I categorically disagree with these statements, ”Averbukh told .

At the Spartakiad of the Strongest, Aliyev received 88.99 points for the short program, taking eighth place. The men will present their free program on February 17.