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Title: Lindsey Vonn: Bansko will miss in Sochi and Moscow must work hard to reach you (interview)
Date: 28-02-2012

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Description: In our leading winter resort Lindsey Vonn showed the world that this season will any of the ladies in her skis to step on the little finger. Before leaving for Sofia from winter capital of the Balkans with the latest model of Audi, an American promise of an interview with "Standard".


- Lindsay, what most surprised you during the four-day stay in Bulgaria?
- I was definitely surprised by people's interest in me. In Sofia and Bansko was a little crazy. Prior to coming to Bulgaria for the second time, I knew that skiers are known in Austria, but did not expect such a thing here, in your south side. At Sofia airport there was a real hysteria about me. Surprise me and the prize for first place in Super G, because I did not expect a whole apartment. Such gestures are not commonly seen in women's skiing.

- Maybe you do not believe, but the starts for the ladies in Bansko enjoyed greater interest than men a week ago, yet here.
- Now that really is unbelievable. Throughout the world we are lagging behind. In Bulgaria, however, apparently not. Frankly, my worst was on Saturday when we were waiting for a decision on whether there will be downhill. Just saw above how many people had gathered and were waiting for us. To me I was not too worried, because sometimes happened. But I wanted to drive because of those 15,000 in the final. I'm glad the fans came on Sunday, you were not so disappointed.

- Is it normal in Bansko you can not buy the global calendar for the coming years?
- This is my thoughtlessness. I do not believe a girl from the ones I was here, he felt bad that driving in Bulgaria. The atmosphere here is unique. The track is incredible. But mostly the organization was perfect. Before that we were in Sochi and Moscow, where they must work hard while you go. To me personally I will miss in Bansko and may soon return to the World Cup calendar.

- How did you become a skier?
- The main reason is that I ought not to any other sport. I was too bad for tennis, but it is not for basketball. In fact, most time is kept in gymnastics. But I began to grow too fast and I pointed to the door of the hall. And in skiing was consistently good. The second reason is my father. He was junior champion of the United States once more and as I pass, put me on skis. I started and now I do not regret the choice I made. I wanted to become a tennis player. This sport adore and always wanted to drill there. But do not get it. But now it constantly monitored.

- What did you think about a typical American sports? Baseball, football, hockey ...
- And they like them. Baseball as I watch it regularly on television. At the stadium thing I lost the game. Watching football regularly, and as a fan. As a small not missed a hockey game. In Saint Paul (Minnesota), where I was born, we had a very strong team. "North Star". But then moved to Dallas. Then we went the whole family to watch their games. Hockey is great, but not for girls. Otherwise, I love to watch any sports. Even European football. Will reveal that a small and I am trained, but without much success.

- Here in Bansko reward you Hristo Stoichkov, who in 1994 years. was one of the biggest stars of the world just in the U.S..
- Well, can not remember it because I did not have 10 years of age. Otherwise, I realized that was a famous athlete. Bansko always collect stars, led by Marc Girardelli. I understand that Alberto Tomba was the male starts again, and now send SMS to Daniela Meregeti for third place. Such a thing rarely seen in other resorts.

- You Are you supporter of any team?
- Now that I live in Colorado, so I must be a football supporter "Broncos" and baseball, "Rockies." But the "Rockies" not worth anything in recent seasons. And to anticipate questions - Tim Tibou are just friends. And family, my sister along. After his arrival, "Broncos" little zhivnaha and even went into the playoffs. This was not happened for a long time.

- You said you love to play golf?
- Yes, but a bit tiring. 18 holes and go around them all day. I prefer to catch the bat and can remember about tennis. Otherwise I'm good at golf and would love to come and play in Bansko. However, I have a local apartment and have (laughs).

- In Bulgaria we have a nice sea.
- In the summer I have a period of preparation. Skiing or glaciers in South America. I hardly have time for that.

- Bansko achieved his 51st victory. Do you chase Ingemar Stenmark's record of 86?
- No. It's too far. For this to happen, actually it takes me three seasons in which I am topnivo. Now all I want to win, is the World Cup. And then focus on the Olympics in Sochi. These are my tasks in the near future. Then you can get some rest, we'll see. Just recently I collect little rest. But do not complain.

- What do you love summer?
- I do not remember. Last year I had no right vacation. As he turned, and began training for the new season. I have too many commitments and not have enough time to rest. Because I like to relax between the starts. Let's put a movie on the TV to povargalyam in bed.

- And do not you have time for parties?
- The parties will think after the season. As a final pass in Schladming at least one week to celebrate. During the rest will just be busy. But this is better. I remained a dream for which to strive. To celebrate the victories as they should.

- What is your favorite drink, except for "Red Bull", but still you sponsor?
- I love vodka cranberry. This is my # 1. Generally Vodka is my favorite drink when relaxing. In different varieties. Also a "Red Bull" because this is classic.

- The male half of humanity is looking forward to your next photo shoot for the magazine "Sports Illustrated" swimsuit with. When will it?
- (Loud laughter) When you invite me. I know that in the next issue I am not a photo. If I win a title in Sochi in 2014, will surely get several calls.

- A "Playboy" Do not invite you?
- They might be, but that does not interest me. At least at this time.

Plamen Valkov, "Standard"


Source: Sportal.bg
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