?Feel Selfish…Guilty?- US Paralympian Oksana Masters Having a Rough Time Competing Amidst Ukraine-Russian Conflict

What’s happening in Europe right now is disheartening to watch. The rise in global tensions has affected countries, and there seems to be no end to it. The controversies happening with Russia and Ukraine have been disappointing, and many athletes have expressed their opinions. Significantly, Oksana Masters is one such athlete. Born in Ukraine, she cannot believe what has unfolded.

Masters, who already won the gold medal, is performing well; but, can’t seem to gain complete focus, according to her.

Oksana Masters disappointed with the crisis

The talented athlete shared her childhood picture on Instagram and penned an emotional tribute to her country. She talked about feeling guilty while competing in Beijing while her homeland is undergoing tough times. Masters talked about the current troubles her country was in through the Instagram post. Being one of the most inspiring athletes in the world, Masters feels crestfallen. Her Instagram post talked about her homeland and how proud she is of Ukraine.

“It has been difficult to find my passion and desire to compete at these Games amid the war my home country of Ukraine is enduring. I feel selfish, helpless, and guilty for being here. However, I have always been so proud to be Ukrainian, felt so much pride at the sight of the Ukrainian flag, and now more than ever, I am the proudest to say I am Ukrainian,” said Masters.

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During the opening ceremony of the Winter Paralympics, the Ukrainian team came out with loud cheers from the fans. With everything that is going on, Masters is seen visibly upset with the current scenario.

Wins her 5th gold medal

In the meantime, she claimed the gold medal for the women’s biathlon, showcasing her talents at the Paralympics. Being both a Summer and Winter Paralympian, Masters is a legend of the sport. This is her fifth Paralympic gold medal with a total of 11 Paralympics medals to her name. However, her emotional tribute to her homeland is heartbreaking.

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As there are no instances of the problems being slowed down, Masters is helping the children living with physical disabilities in Ukraine by offering charity. Her Instagram post reveals the details of the mission.