Vladimir Morozov: “It is more offensive and harder for those who have already tasted the movement of international departures”

Olympic medalist in swimming Vladimir Morozov admitted that he was upset for Russian athletes who were left without international competitions.

Most Russian swimmers have not participated in international competitions since 2022 due to a suspension decision by the International Swimming Federation (World Aquatics).

— It’s a shame for the guys, it’s harder for those who have already tasted the movement and momentum of international competitions. I don’t know what to advise in this case. I experienced a similar situation when I flew to Brazil and found out I couldn’t compete in the Olympics. Why – they didn’t even explain. And I didn’t know what to do with it either. The coaches told me: “Don’t worry, practice, try to prepare yourself for the start. » But no matter who or what you advise, the situation remains very difficult. We need to continue training, try to find new ways in the training process, try to deepen a new technique, find a new interest in swimming, in addition to the results of international competitions.

“We talked about it more than once, but still. Have you ever regretted deciding to play for the Russian national team? If I had competed for the United States, I might still be swimming.

– This is not a fact. Still, the competition here is higher. I really never regretted it, especially after the number of friends I made, with whom we still communicate. It was like I went back to my childhood and caught up on the moments I would have missed if I had stayed in the United States and competed for the United States. It completed me as a Russian. Therefore, no, I never regretted it, ”Morozov said in an interview with .