The skier, who competed for the USSR, compared the standard of living in Russia and Sweden

The standard of living in Russia is higher than in Sweden. This was announced on March 9 by skier Antonina Ordina, who competed for the USSR.

"It seems to me that Russia is flourishing, even though these are difficult times. But compared to the decline that is happening in Sweden, Russia is alive and developing," she said in an interview with Sport24.

According to the athlete, salaries and pensions are low in Sweden, and services have become more expensive after the pandemic. Ordina noted that many shops are closing in the country, and people are losing their jobs.

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