E.ON IBU World Cup Biathlon

The German biathlete Magdalena Neuner has won the World Cup. After the race she shared her thoughts about the competition left behind.– Can you say a few words for the Russian fans, a few words about Russia?

Magdalena Neuner:I’m always happy about my trips to Russia. There are lots of my fans and that’s fantastic. I like it very much here.

– Your career has just ended. What do you feel about it?

Magdalena Neuner: I feel very relaxed and enjoy this moment. Everything is just starting and I’m looking forward to the new chapter of my life. The race was great, I really enjoyed it and had fun. I made mistakes at the shooting range, but that’s biathlon and everything happens here.

-Do you feel sad about leaving your teammates?

Magdalena Neuner: Yes, a little bit. But there are two sides: I’m a little bit sad, but also a little bit happy. I feel sorry to leave the team, the biathlon, but I’m looking forward to the future with new life, my family, my boyfriend and just a normal life.