Podium in the heat battle of Val di Sole -
Katrin storms onto the podium!
With seven motivated athletes and just as many dedicated crew members, the team traveled to Val di Sole in the middle of summer - the mission: to build on the strong performance from Leogang and cause another sensation. And they succeeded impressively!
Friday, short track - a race like a thriller
The flat, ultra-fast XCC track demanded maximum concentration and strong nerves. In a hectic race with a large field of female riders, Katrin kept a cool head and perfect timing. She fired the turbo on the last lap, overtook several rivals and crossed the finish line in a sensational third place.
"It was really hectic, but I was able to stay consistently in the top 10. Things went perfectly on the last lap, I felt strong and was able to really attack again. Mega happy with my race!" said Katrin.
Giuliana (9th place) and Marta (17th place) also had strong races and, together with Katrin, ensured a fantastic team result - three riders in the top 20!
Sunday, XCO - Dust, heat and a tough fight
The cross-country Sunday held a completely different set of challenges in store: sweltering heat, dry trails, shimmering air. Katrin was clearly feeling the strain of the short track race, but - like the whole team - fought her way into the top 21 with willpower.
Stamina was also required from the boys. Ian (14th place) and Ethan (20th place) put in a strong performance - although Ethan lost positions due to a technical defect on the final lap.
"I am proud of our Rider and their consistency - that is precisely the aim of our training. The results show that: We are on the right track," says Marcell Frey, responsible for riding technique and athlete development.
Between applause and ambition - a look back and ahead
But alongside all the sporting successes, our team boss Bernd Reutemann also has some words of reflection:
"When we started five years ago, I would never have thought that we would be playing at this level - and at the same time, it is much harder than we thought to win people over to the actual core of our project: To support athletes sustainably and holistically, with patience, personality and vision. I'm grateful for everyone who has joined us on this journey - not because of the medals, but because of the people behind them."
What our athletes say about the team - now in the movie:
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