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The Ukrainian karatist became the third at the youth tournament and refused to shake his hand to the champion from Russia
The Russian karatist Igor Grigoryev won the Kumit competition at the Youth League stage in Spain, the Ukrainian, Ukrainian Evgeny Melnik, refused to shake his hand and take a picture at the award ceremony.
Grigoryev became the winner in competitions among athletes under 14 years old in the weight category up to 45 kg. The second place was taken by Abdulla Albishi from Saudi Arabia. During the award ceremony, Melnik refused to shake his hand to the Russian. Also, the young Ukrainian athlete abandoned the common photograph, adversely waved his finger and defiantly left the hall.
Grigoryev performs at international competitions in a neutral status.
Source: Sportbox
