Fesikov: “Efimova can be an example in terms of determination”

Multiple world swimming champion Yulia Efimova can serve as an example of determination, says Olympic medalist Sergei Fesikov .

Efimova will swim the 100m breaststroke at the Bahamas championships on June 23. This is his only chance to qualify for the 2024 Games in Paris.

“We understand that Yulia has already participated in four Olympic Games and wants to qualify for the fifth. She struggles, she fights, she shows that even the fifth Olympic cycle can be recharged, even in the current geopolitical conditions.

His decision is the right one for everyone. I hope that she will show the desired result in the 100m breaststroke, knowing her character and experience, although I understand that her form is not brilliant now. But the fact that she doesn’t give up in this situation is already a reason to be proud. From a purely human point of view, I respect Yulia. We have been together as a team for a long time. I saw his ups and downs. As an athlete, she wants to achieve her goal. There has been no Olympic gold in his career, and the current attempt, whatever it is, is a step towards that dream. His character can be admired and given as an example in terms of determination,” Fesikov told .

The Paris Summer Olympics will take place from July 26 to August 11.

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