“For me, Kramarenko is, was and will be the best gymnast in the world, regardless of her participation in the Olympic Games” – figure skater Varlamov

Figure skater Fyodor Varlamov who competes in ice dancing with Varvara Kurnosenko, said in an interview with that Lala Kramarenko is the best representative of rhythmic gymnastics, regardless of her Olympic achievements.

Kramarenko – Russian champion, three-time junior world champion, European team champion.

The International Gymnastics Federation (FIG) allowed Russians to participate in international tournaments in neutral status from January 1, 2024, but Russian gymnasts were unable to participate in qualifying competitions and lost their chance to qualify for the Olympic Games, which were held in the French capital from July 26 to August 11.

— Have you seen the interview with Lala Kramarenko, in which she spoke about her unfulfilled Olympic dream? What emotions did these words evoke in you?

– I think many have seen these clips. Every athlete dreams of the Olympic Games. Especially when you realize that you are completely ready for the competition, and a week-long stay at the Olympics takes you away from your dream. I will not comment on why this happened and whose decision it is, even within the country they cannot answer this question. It is difficult for any sport, not only for Lala and gymnasts. Athletes must always be ready and demonstrate all their power as soon as we get the green light.

For me, Kramarenko is, was and will be the best gymnast in the world, regardless of whether she participates in the Olympics or not. I know all the nuances she faced during the season. Lala is a wonderful person and a real fighter. Such athletes are not born often; she has her own vision of gymnastics and her charisma. I hope that the support expressed after the publication of her touching interview reached Lala, ”Varlamov told .

Kurnosenko and Varlamov have been performing together since the 2021/22 season. Last year, the athletes moved from juniors to adults and took 14th place at the Russian Championship. This offseason, the duo completed their collaboration with coach Alexander Zhulin and joined Angelika Krylova’s group.

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