Olympic cross-country skiing champion Julia Stupak in an interview with spoke about the words of the three-time Olympic champion Alexandra Bolshunova that the real World Cup is held at “Champions Heights” in Malinovka, and not in Planica.
The world championship takes place from February 21 to March 5 in Planica, Slovenia. The Russians do not participate in the tournament by decision of the International Ski Federation (FIS). On these dates, Championship Heights competitions are held in the Arkhangelsk region, in which the best Russian skiers compete.
– Alexander Bolshunov said that the real world championship is held in Malinovka at the “Champion’s Heights”, and not in Planica. How much do you agree?
I think that’s true for men. They have such a fight here that the World Cup seemed to be split into two groups. Girls don’t have enough competition. But it is worth considering that Natakha is there, me, Veronica and other strong girls. I think we would also compete, – said Stupak “”.
“” shows the All-Russian competition “Champion Heights” (February 23 – March 5) and the Russian Ski Championship (March 18-26). On March 4, as part of the “Champion Heights”, a 30 km women’s race in the classic style will be held. Watch the live broadcast starting at 10:40 a.m. Moscow time on and on matchtv.ru and sportbox.ru websites.
Source : MatchTV
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