Despite not having achieved all the
planned goals, Galina Vinogradova doesn't deny that 2015 was, from a
personal point of view, an important season.
In the end of a season
full of emotions and great results, what's the first word that come
to your mind?
Galina Vinogradova (G. V.) –
It’s time to continue the training work.
Did you achieve all the goals you've
planned for the season?
G. V. - No. But I’m satisfied
with the season 2015.
I have to ask you about the WOC and
your two bronze. Did you expect a medal?
G. V. - In the Sprint Relay,
after the changeover, I came to the last leg in 10th position and I
was far away from thoughts about medals. I just made my job, step by
step. After a successful Sprint Relay, I got additional
self-confidence for the Sprint final. And yes, I expected a medal in
the Sprint.
Physical, technical,
mental. Which of those parts were most important for the final
result? Do you feel the need to improve even more on these aspects?
G. V. - Everything was
important. There are no unnecessary details at top-level.
Was 2015 the most
important season in your career so far?
G. V. - The season 2015 was
important because of individual WOC medal. But, in the previous
years, I also won medals in Relays (silver WOC 2008, gold World Games
2009, bronze WOC 2014). The victory in the World Cup event 2011
(Sweden, knock-out sprint) is still important to me.
If I ask you to elect
the Orienteering Achievement of 2015, what would it be?
G. V. - Maja Alm.
You can hardly wait for
starting a new season. Is it true?
G. V.
- Sure. My main goal is to do my best in the main competitions.
Have you already
planned the preparation period? Are we going to see you in Portugal
next winter?
G. V. – I’m still thinking
about different training opportunities for this period.
Would you share with us your biggest
wish?
G. V. - Happiness and health to
all children of the Earth.
[Photo courtesy of Galina Vinogradova]
Joaquim Margarido
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