Russian short track coach Vladimir Grigoriev told that the International Skating Union (ISU) is interested in bringing the Russians back to big starts, but will await further recommendations from the International Olympic Committee (IOC).
The Russians, against the background of the situation in Ukraine, were suspended from participating in competitions under the auspices of the ISU.
The ISU is awaiting a response from the IOC. If they give such a recommendation, then it will be possible. After all, the ISU is also interested in this – in increasing the level of competition, in entertainment. But while there are diplomatic and political moments that no one can influence. Politics everywhere, not sports. We wait, we hope, we don’t despair, we encourage the guys. But they must also understand that everything is linked not only to international competitions, but if they like what they do.
– Do they like their job?
– You can work, but not get high from what you do. Few people like their job. In sports, there should be mostly people who like to do it. They did not come for any benefit, but for fun, so the result will increase,” Grigoriev said in an interview with .
Source : MatchTV
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