Russian Tennis Federation (RFF) President Shamil Tarpishchev explained how playing tennis will help Olympic champion Roman Kostomarov in ice dancing recover after amputation surgery. His words guide the way TASS.
“Roma is a warrior. In general, tennis can help psychologically recover from such difficult situations. It helps wherever there are emotions. “In addition, according to Australian scientists, tennis is the best sport for preventing cardiovascular diseases,” said Tarpischev.
Kostomarov had previously posted a video of himself trying to play tennis with a racquet using a prosthesis, and later posted a video of himself training with tennis player Karen Khachanov.
At the beginning of January 2023, Roman Kostomarov was hospitalized after New Year’s performances at an open-air show. It was reported that he was in intensive care due to pneumonia and was connected to a ventilator, and his condition was considered to be extremely serious. He later received treatment in Kommunarka. Parts of his arms and legs were amputated. At the beginning of July 2023, the skater was discharged from the hospital.
Kostomarov is the champion of the 2006 Olympic Games. He later won the gold medal in ice dancing with his partner Tatyana Navka.
Previously Kostomarov statedShe said she plans to undergo plastic surgery.