38. BOClassic in Bozen/Bolzano/ITA – Kibet: „I know how to win races like these“

Sylvia Kibet (1.): "I couldn't have closed the old year better and I couldn't begin the new year better. It is always a matter of prestige to win in Bozen/Bolzano. Today it was warmer than it was during my victory five years ago. Nevertheless it was not easy at all. Both of the Ethiopian were strong, but on the finishing line I could play out my strength and wait for the right moment for the attack "

Silvia Weissteiner (4.):

"It is clear that I would have preferred a place on the podium. When the three Africans accelerated, I lost the access. In the third round I was nearly able to close the gap, but then they were again too fast. Now I will concentrate on the cross country races, next week I begin with the race in Campaccio and then the race in Villa Lagarina."

Imane Merga (1.):

"I am so happy that I was able to win the race after last year's third rank. It is great to give Bozen's audience my New Year's wishes as winner."

Sergej Lebid (3.):

"It is clear that the third rank came quite surprisingly, but after two, three rounds I realised that I was in a great form. I think that today I am as fit as I should have been three weeks ago for the Cross country European championship. It is great to be on the podium in Bozen/ Bolzano, mainly because my last victory was already eight years ago. Naturally, the both Ethiopians were out of reach. I hope that this is not my last top result in Bozen/Bolzano. In any case, I want to win again, maybe I will try the marathon distance"

Dr. Markus Kaserer