Mykola, tell me how did you relax and recover after the European Championship? Have you taken part in any tournaments after Europeans?

– European Championship for me passed without injuries, so I recovered very quickly. About a week after Europe, I started preparing for all-Ukrainian Lviv Open Cup. At this tournament, I won a victory on both hands in the category up to 70 kg and won the main prize – a bike Kellys Viper 50. I also tried myself at the open class, but I could do nothing, guys was very good.

Would you take part at the World Championship?

– I have miss Worlds in Bulgaria. But I have a serious reason, in my life happens one of the most important events – my wedding. My fiancée is the person who always supports me and motivates to achieve new, so believe me, the result is not far off.

Do you think the level of the European Championship and the World Cup is very different, or the difference is insignificant?

– I think that there is a difference, but we need to look at each category separately. It all depends on the composition of categories and participants. I would single out the national team of Kazakhstan, they did not participate in the Europe and they could change the balance in certain categories.

How is the situation in your category without you?

– It is difficult to make any forecast when the exact composition of participants is unknown. But really, I do not expect sensational. The main favorite category on both hands is Jambul Vibliani, an athlete with a lot of experience and the uncommon strength. Then to guess is difficult because many athletes are equal, so an important factor will be good luck and draw.

What can you say about the national team of Ukraine? Would guys show a good result?

– I think our guys have worked on the bugs after a not very successful performance at the European Championship. Personally I believe that the results will be much better. I wish the whole team good preparation, fair competition and victory. Friends, I will be cheering for you!

 When we will see you at professional tournaments? What can you say about Zloty Tur, do you want to try your hand there?

– Zloty Tor is an amazing tournament. I will definitely take part at this event next year. This year I'll buy the broadcast and will enjoy watching the participants because categories are very interesting. Rustam Babayev returns and it’s enough! Is Andrey Pushkar again able to overcome Dmitry Trubin? What would be the impact of Michael "Monster" Todd? It would be an incredible event!