She told RT that she had known Oleg Matytsin for over 20 years.
According to her, Matytsin went from university to student to rector.
She stated that she was not surprised at his appointment as minister. Mikhailova noted his high professionalism and calm, diplomatic method of work.
“Oleg Vasilievich went all the way“ from the plow, ”Tamara Mikhailova told RT. - He saw sport both in the USSR and in modern Russia. He knows perfectly well from the inside how what should and how should not work. All the events he organized were always held at the highest level. ”
According to Mikhailova, the experience of organizing major competitions and leading international organizations will help Oleg Matytsin in solving the current problems of Russian sports. The current minister has an excellent reputation among his colleagues both in Russia and in the world.