Russian skier Veronica Stepanova spoke about her attitude towards her rivals. The athlete spoke on Instagram.
The Russian woman noted that she received many messages on social networks with calls to “break up” and “dunk” the Norwegians, as well as other opponents. According to her, she immediately blocks such users. “I am counting on and preparing to defeat my opponents in a fair fight on the track, while remaining friends with them outside the track,” Stepanova said, posting a photo from a joint training session with Norwegian Helene Marie Fosseholm.
The International Ski Federation (FIS) responded to the reluctance of the Russians to follow the calls of the fans. “True sports spirit! Thanks. Good job, “- written in a comment posted by the organization’s Instagram account under the post.
On December 7, Stepanova said that she congratulated the Norwegian Teresa Johaug on the second place in the race at the World Cup stage. According to the Russian woman, the rival was surprised at her ability to talk.
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