“I do not postpone the world record”: Lasickene on the performance without a flag, the conditions of the World Cup in Doha and plans for the Olympics

- What emotions two days after the victory? Thousands of congratulations come to you ...

“Not in thousands, but come.” This is the most pleasant thing that is after a victory. It really warms the soul and heart. I felt how people were genuinely sick and worried, they were sending all their energy to us in Doha. This gives strength to continue to fight and continue to please the fans further.

- What did you feel when at the stadium fans more expressed their sympathy for other girls?

- I felt a competitive spirit. This is normal, I should have been prepared for this. Many also supported me, I felt and knew this. This is all a sport. The more fans in total, the better, and we in the sector will already cope and close ourselves from noise if necessary.

- You became the first three-time world champion in high jump. How do you like this status?

- Naturally, this is pleasant, great happiness. Emotions overwhelmed me, and so far this has not stopped. I probably haven’t left the start for so long, because I gave a lot in the sector, everything I could to win this medal.

- How did this success differ from the previous ones?

- Naturally, there was pressure, but I didn’t read anything, I didn’t allow myself to plunge into this pool. I understood that it was required of me to do my job and the coach’s attitudes, to do everything possible to win gold.

- Are you used to the fact that the Russian anthem does not sound in your honor?

- It’s impossible to get used to it, it’s unpleasant. But this will not lead us astray. I know that they are proud of us, and the whole world understands that we are Russians. It won’t stop me.

- You are now completely beyond the reach of rivals. What are your feelings from the fact that you have to speak, in fact, one?

- How is anyone nearby? Everything is near! You can’t relax. The status of a three-time world champion only adds responsibility and jitters. Therefore, you need to work even more, because these titles can relax. So I will only be cheerful and happy for a couple of days, enjoy all the congratulations, but I understand that I will have to return.

- How would you rate the organization of the World Cup?

- One hundred percent that this is not the most successful world championship. The conditions were very difficult. If you say that speaking was hard, then it is mildly said. We didn’t even go out, we tried to appear there as little as possible. This is actually a sauna. I’m already waiting for fresh air to be inhaled, because it simply is not there. There was 80% humidity, the rooms had unpleasant air conditioning. This caused such negative comments, especially since the season turned out to be very long because of this World Cup. Probably, even if they jumped at the end of October, there would still be terrible stuffiness. The organization was not the most successful, but I tried not to be distracted, which I wish to everyone who continues to struggle with all conditions. This is the world championship, and everyone is on an equal footing.

- You used to jump in studs of different colors, but now have changed them. Why?

- Yes, now they are the same, speckled white. It's just that my sponsor is so good.

- What are your plans after the World Cup?

- Faster to pack your bags and fly to your parents. And to you, journalists, too, because I knew that there would be a lot of people to meet. Thank you for coming. After all, the World War Games are still ahead, so that preparation continues, the day after tomorrow there will be training. There is still a serious struggle.

- CSKA football congratulated you. Will you come to his match with Espanyol in the Europa League?

“No, I'm resting this day.” Although, of course, I would love to come.

- You can say that you set the world record for later?

“No, that cannot be said so.” I tried to set a record for Russia, but there was already such a mood there, everything was spinning and spinning so much that it was not that day. In no case do I relax and do not set the record.

- In addition to participating in the World War Games, what other plans do you have?

- Cheer for the guys who compete in Doha, train for a trip to China and then go on vacation. Then preparation for the winter season.

- Are you waiting for the opportunity to appear in your uniform with a flag?

- Yes, it is very pleasing. I will do everything to listen to the hymn.

- Prepare for the Olympics in Tokyo at least mentally?

- Mentally, to be honest, no, but technically and physically we have been preparing for a long time. Gennady Garikovich (Gabrilyan, coach. - RT ) considered all these starts, the whole season, as preparation for Tokyo. There, by the way, the weather will be the same without air conditioning.