Grigory Stetsyuk: Kazan is becoming Russia's swimming Mecca. Part 2

President of the All-Russian Swimming Championships Vladimir Salnikov stated that the Russian Swimming Championships serve as a qualifying opportunity for the FINA World Championships (25m), which are due to be held this December in Qatar, and its participants will do everything possible to earn a spot on the national team. 

"The Aquatics Palace is very important for us since it is a sports venue that has already been tested by us. It also hosted other events, including the Universiade where the Russian national team did extremely well. They showcased excellent results that's why I hope that at these Championships, which serve as a qualifier for the World Championships, athletes will perform successfully as well. As for the selection itself, the qualifying standards are very strict," Salnikov said to participants of the press conference. 

The FINA World Championships will be held from July 24 to August 16, 2015, and the Russian national team is already gearing up for this tournament. 

"We are carrying out a methodical preparation for the World Championships, which are due to be held in Kazan, and are closely cooperating with the Championships Organising Committee. An open water swimming route has recently been approved. A methodical preparatory work is underway to ensure that the Championships are staged successfully. I'm confident that we will have top podium spots at the Championships in Kazan," said the President of the All-Russian Swimming Federation.