For the Russian skier Natalia Nepryaeva, the first place in the classic style sprint at the second stage of the Tour de Ski in Oberstdorf was a very important victory. On January 1, the vice-champion of the world in cross-country skiing Natalya Matveeva announced this to Sport-Express.
“At the beginning of the season it was very difficult for her. In the early stages of the World Cup, there was a lack of speed. Now it is clear that she can fight with rivals. She has a very strong finish, ”said Matveeva.
According to her, the athlete is “on the right track”. Speaking about whether Nepryaeva will be able to keep the championship in the next races, Matveeva noted that a lot depends on the athlete.
“But everything also depends on the weather, on the skis. Now she is in the lead in the overall standings. I think she is gaining shape and will show good results from start to start, ”said the skier.
Earlier on Saturday, Nepryaeva won gold in the classic style sprint at the second stage of the Tour de Ski in Oberstdorf, Germany. For Natalia, this is the first victory in the personal race of the World Cup since January 8, 2021.
On December 29, Nepryaeva took third place in the classic 10 km time trial in Lenzerheide, Switzerland, where the Tour de Ski stage is taking place.
The Tour de Ski is part of the World Cup, which includes mass starts, pursuit and time trial, which are held in both classic style and free.
Source: IZ
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