three-time world champion in the high jump Maria Laecken speculate about a possible change of sport nationality. It is reported by GQ.
she has said that he understands the importance of career and personal development, but do not want for this to represent another country.
“I am a Russian athlete, who has the right to speak at any event, and I want to continue to do so, and not otherwise,” — said the athlete.
In 2015 the international Association of athletics federations (IAAF) deprived of the status of all-Russian athletics Federation (vfla) due to systematic violations by the Russians anti-doping rules. Currently, the Russian athletes can participate in international competitions only after receiving the individual permit and neutral status.
Laecken — three-time world champion and European champion. Also she was twice world champion in the room and as many times has won the championship in the premises.
