Gold medalist of "Rio 2016" apologized to Russia athlete

Baku. 9 August. REPORT.AZ/ American swimmer Lillian King who became the first in the 100-meter breaststroke at the "Rio 2016" Summer Olympic Games, apologized to Yulia Efimova.

Report informs, she apologized for not congratulating Russian athlete who won a silver medal.

"If Efimova expected me to congratulate her, i do apologize to her. She's a wonderful athlete. After the finish i would just like to congratulate my compatriot Mile Keighley, who ranked third.

Notably, L.King won gold, E Efimova - Silver and K.Meyli - bronze medals.