Quadruple world champion in synchronized swimming Alexander Maltsev in an interview with , he said that he decided not to participate in international tournaments in neutral status, because the entry requirements violated the athlete’s rights.
Russian synchronized swimmers are allowed, in neutral status, to compete under the auspices of World Aquatics only solo.
— Theoretically, you could participate as a soloist in the World Championships in neutral status. Why didn’t you do that?
— Our leaders consulted with the Russian Olympic Committee, it was decided not to compete in conditions that violate the rights of the athlete, human rights – it would be necessary to completely neutralize yourself, renounce your country before and after the competitions you plan to participate in. compete.
— Based on what you saw at the World Championships, what did you like?
“With the new rules, there is nothing that can be enjoyed, except perhaps the performance of acrobatic groups.” There is more freedom in some ways. The only view where you can watch something,” Maltsev told .
From the 2023 season, new rules apply to synchronized swimming which affect the method of calculating results, establishing programs and judging.
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Source : MatchTV

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