The Olympic ice dancing champion Roman Kostomarov became the focus of recent fan attention as he shared a heartfelt message through a telegram channel addressed to supporters. In a moment captured by observers, the public figure conveyed warmth and gratitude, expressing how visible, audible, and felt the support of fans has been during his recovery journey. The remarks came during a gala performance titled Love Letters held at the Iceberg Ice Palace in Sochi, where Ilya Averbukh spoke to the audience with appreciation for the crowd and the energy that accompanies live performances.
Averbukh took a moment to acknowledge those who stand by him beyond the rink, including his wife Oksana Domnina, his parents, and his brother. The host and participants extended wishes for good health to all in attendance and to those facing medical challenges, underscoring the communal spirit that characterizes the world of figure skating and its fans.
The year began with a serious medical episode for Kostomarov. In early January 2023, the skater was hospitalized following New Year performances at an open air show. Reports indicated he required intensive care due to pneumonia and needed respiratory support on a ventilator. The condition described was grave, and the ice dancing athlete faced a challenging battle for life and strength.
Medical teams subsequently moved Kostomarov to a hospital in Kommunarka where extensive life support measures were implemented. He received extracorporeal membrane oxygenation, a technology used to support heart and lung function during critical illness. The course of treatment was arduous, and at one point both of his feet and hands required amputation as part of life-saving intervention. A culmination of the medical response came with doctors discharging the skater from the hospital on July 6, marking a milestone in a long and demanding recovery process.
Beyond the medical updates, developments continued in the realm of Kostomarov’s public presence. Previously, representatives of the online cinema Premier indicated that Kostomarov would be featured as part of a documentary series. The caregiving journey, the resilience shown by Kostomarov, and the broader stories surrounding his career have drawn attention from fans and media alike, reflecting the enduring interest in his life both on and off the ice.