In Livigno on the occasion of the Palio delle Contrade 2019, Dario Puppo interviewed Dorothea Wierer, winner of the last Biathlon World Cup.
Tuesday 27 August 20192 minutes reading time
The 29-year-old South Tyrolean participated with great enthusiasm in the 1kShot demonstration event which developed on a snowy course along the streets of the center of Livigno, "It is very strange to return to the snow after having spent the whole summer on roller skis - he began our Dorothea microphones - at the beginning I tried to be careful not to fall to avoid a fool in front of so many people who came to cheer, but beyond that it's great to go back to breathing the winter climate . "
The mass start world champion has further confirmed to be a bit behind in terms of preparation, but to be ready to give 100% to get ready for the new season, "At the moment I'm not in top condition , also because, due to extra-biathlon commitments, I started the preparation later than usual, but now I focus 100% on training and aim to get in shape at the start of the first stage of the World Cup. "
Wierer is aware of being back from an extraordinary season but is not afraid to face a next one in which he will probably have more pressure, "I know I have achieved great results. As a child I dreamed of winning the World Cup and I was able to make this dream come true. As a team we have been able to work very well and now we will have to defend the title, it will be very difficult but I will do my best to confirm and then we will see ... "
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