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'It's not only the result, it's the journey.'

Dmitry Zharkov - Olga Kulikova, RUS |© Reinhard Egli

During the Winners' interview Olga and Dmitry said while holding back their tears that they felt happy and sad at the same time. They announced it was their last competition in amateur. It was their 20th GrandSlam and a long journey which started in Shanghai 2009. They also said they were happy to give room for the younger ones but at the same time they felt sad because of all the wonderful experiences from their path. 

"It's not only the result, it's the journey" they said when thanking their fellow competitors, teachers, family, adjudicators, and Federation for taking care of its athletes.

After the announcement the floor was filled with emotions when all the athletes including all of the Latin finalists who were there rushed to them to show their respect.

WDSF President Shawn Tay thanked the couple and said that they will be remembered as one of the greatest couples of this time.

We, the WDSF Communications team, would like to thank Dmitry and Olga for all the moments together in amateur competitions.

We wish you the best for your future career!

zHxwgxSyQzk|Zharkov - Kulikova, RUS | 2018 GrandSlam STD Shanghai | Farewell to Champions