Anastasia Volochkova shared her opinion about Russian athletes who decide to change their sports citizenship, stating that they should not be condemned.
“We shouldn’t condemn athletes who switch to other federations and change their sports citizenship. It is important for them to maintain their form and have training conditions where they are valued and supported. Despite the sanctions and suspension from international competitions, Russian athletes remain among the best in the world,” Volochkova’s words are quoted by “Match TV.”
Anastasia Volochkova is a Russian ballerina, actress, dancer and public figure. Honored Artist of Russia. She was born on January 20, 1976 in Leningrad.
Main achievements:
- Prima Ballerina of the Mariinsky Theatre (1994-1998);
- Honored Artist of Russia (2000);
- Winner of the Benois de la Danse Award (2001);
- Author of the book “The History of the Russian Ballerina” (2011)